H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
2006-2009 Catalog
Phone Directory General campus phone ...... 815.235.6121 General campus fax ...... 815.235.6130 Campus TDD phone ...... 815.235.9584 Admissions ...... 815.235.6121 Financial Aid ...... 815.599.3559 Gifts, bequests ...... 815.599.3413 Business Institute ...... 815.232.1362 HCC West ...... 815.858.2564 HCC West fax ...... 815.858.2603
Campus Hours Office hours ...... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday through Friday) Classes ...... 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Monday through Friday) Information desk hours ...... 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Monday through Thursday) ...... 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Friday) Summer hours may vary
Published by Highland Community College, Office of Community Relations Catalog Volume #33, Fall 2006
Highland Community College 2998 West Pearl City Road Freeport, Illinois 61032 www.highland.edu H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Table of Contents Introduction to the Catalog...... iii Academic Calendar ...... iv The College ...... 1 Admissions and Registration ...... 5 Financial Aid ...... 11 Student Support Services ...... 13 Special Services ...... 15 Student Life ...... 19 Academic Information ...... 27 Adult Education ...... 35 Illinois Articulation Initiative ...... 37 Academic Programs ...... 39 Course Descriptions ...... 123 Faculty and Administration ...... 181 Index ...... 187 Campus Map ...... 191 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E Introduction to the Catalog
The Catalog Contents Non-Discrimination Statement This catalog will enable prospective students and others to Highland Community College admits students, awards become familiar with Highland Community College, including financial aid, and extends employment to qualified individuals the College's mission statement and objectives; the academic without regard to race, creed, religion, sex, color, handicap, and personal opportunities available for students; and the or national origin. Applications from qualified females, College's policies, procedures, requirements, and regulations. persons with disabilities, and minority group members will be accorded equal consideration for employment, admission, and awards based on academic and/or other merits as Accuracy of Catalog Information compared with all other applications. The information in this catalog is subject to change by the It is the policy of Highland Community College with respect Highland Community College Board of Trustees, and its to employment, student admission, and financial aid practices inclusion in this document is not intended to and does not to fully comply with all applicable existing federal, state, and constitute a contact. The College reserves the right to make local governmental regulations requiring nondiscrimination changes as necessary to the information contained in this so far as including, but not limited to, Executive Order 11245, catalog. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Americans with Disabilities Act.
Catalog Information Inquiries concerning compliance with any of the foregoing Individuals with questions about information presented in this may be directed to the Human Resources Office, Highland catalog are encouraged to call the college at 815.235.6121. Community College, 2998 West Pearl City Road, Freeport, IL, 61032, Telephone: 815/599-3402; or to the Director, Office of Civil Rights, Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, Washington, DC 20201. Student’s Responsibility It is the responsibility of the student to be aware of the information in this catalog. The student is also responsible for keeping informed as additions and corrections are an- nounced via the various school media. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Academic Calendar 2006-2009 Fall 2006 April 10, 2006 - August 18, 2006 ...... Registration for Fall, 2006 August 17 ...... Faculty returns to campus August 21 ...... Classes begin August 21 - 25 ...... Class changes permitted September 1 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund September 4 ...... Holiday • Labor Day October 9 ...... Holiday • Columbus Day October 13 ...... Midterm October 23, 2006 - January 12, 2007...... Registration for Spring, 2007 November 22 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" November 23 & 24 ...... Holiday • Thanksgiving December 11, 2006 - June 7, 2007...... Registration for Summer, 2007 December 11 - 15 ...... Final exams December 15 ...... End of Fall term December 23 - 31...... Campus closed December 25, 26 ...... Holidays
Spring 2007 October 23, 2006 - January 12, 2007 ...... Registration for Spring, 2007 January 1...... Holiday • New Year's Day January 11 ...... Faculty returns to campus January 15 ...... Holiday • Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday January 16...... Classes begin January 16 - 22 ...... Class changes permitted January 26 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund February 12 ...... Holiday • Lincoln's Birthday March 9 ...... Midterm March 19 - 23 ...... Academic Holidays • Spring vacation April 16, 2007 - August 17, 2007 ...... Registration for Fall, 2007 April 23 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" May 10, 11, 14, 15, & 16 ...... Final exams May 18 ...... End of Spring term May 19 ...... Commencement May 19 ...... Final Day instructors
Pre-Summer Session 2007 May 21 ...... Classes begin, Last day to drop, no record/refund May 28 ...... Holiday • Memorial Day June 7 ...... End of session
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Summer 2007 December 11, 2006 - June 7, 2007 ...... Registration for Summer, 2007 June 11 ...... Classes begin June 11 - 13 ...... Class changes permitted June 14 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund July 4 ...... Holiday • Fourth of July July 5 ...... Midterm July 26 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" August 2 ...... End of Summer session
Fall 2007 April 16, 2007 - August 17, 2007 ...... Registration for Fall, 2007 August 16 ...... Faculty returns to campus August 20 ...... Classes begin August 20 -24 ...... Class changes permitted August 31 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund September 3 ...... Holiday • Labor Day October 8 ...... Holiday • Columbus Day October 12 ...... Midterm October 22, 2007 - January 11, 2008...... Registration for Spring, 2008 November 17 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" November 22 & 23 ...... Holiday • Thanksgiving December 10, 2007 - June 5, 2008 ...... Registration for Summer, 2008 December 10 - 14 ...... Final exams December 14 ...... End of Fall term December 24 - 31 ...... Campus closed December 24, 25 ...... Holidays
Spring 2008 October 22, 2007 - January 11, 2008 ...... Registration for Spring, 2008 January 1 ...... Holiday • New Year's Day January 10 ...... Faculty returns to campus January 14...... Classes begin January 14 -18 ...... Class changes permitted January 21 ...... Holiday • Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday January 25 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund February 12 ...... Holiday • Lincoln's Birthday March 7 ...... Midterm March 17 - 21 ...... Academic Holidays • Spring vacation April 14, 2008 - August 15, 2008...... Registration for Fall, 2008 April 22 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" May 8, 9, 12, 13, & 14 ...... Final exams May 16 ...... End of Spring term May 17 ...... Commencement May 17 ...... Final Day instructors v H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Pre-Summer Session 2008 May 19 ...... Classes begin, Last day to drop, no record/refund May 26 ...... Holiday • Memorial Day June 5 ...... End of session
Summer 2008 December 10, 2007 - June 5, 2008 ...... Registration for Summer, 2008 June 9 ...... Classes begin June 9 - 11 ...... Class changes permitted June 12 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund July 3 ...... Midterm July 3 ...... Holiday • Fourth of July Observed July 24 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" July 31 ...... End of Summer session
Fall 2008 April 14, 2008 - August 15, 2008 ...... Registration for Fall, 2008 August 14 ...... Faculty returns to campus August 18 ...... Classes begin August 18 -22 ...... Class changes permitted August 28 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund September 1 ...... Holiday • Labor Day October 10 ...... Midterm October 13 ...... Holiday • Columbus Day October 27, 2008 - January 9, 2009...... Registration for Spring, 2009 November 21 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" November 27 & 28 ...... Holiday • Thanksgiving December 8, 2008 - June 4, 2009 ...... Registration for Summer, 2009 December 8 - 12 ...... Final exams December 12 ...... End of Fall term December 23 - 31...... Campus closed December 25, 26 ...... Holidays
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Spring 2009 October 27, 2008 - January 9, 2009 ...... Registration for Spring, 2009 January 1-2 ...... Holidays • New Year's January 8 ...... Faculty returns to campus January 12...... Classes begin January 19 ...... Holiday •o Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday January 12 - 16 ...... Class changes permitted January 30 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund February 12 ...... Holiday • Lincoln's Birthday March 6 ...... Midterm March 16 - 20 ...... Academic Holidays • Spring vacation April 13, 2009 - August 14, 2009...... Registration for Fall, 2009 April 26 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" May 7, 8, 11, 12, & 13 ...... Final exams May 15 ...... End of Spring term May 16 ...... Commencement May 16 ...... Final Day instructors
Pre-Summer Session 2009 May 18 ...... Classes begin, Last day to drop, no record/refund May 25 ...... Holiday • Memorial Day June 4 ...... End of session
Summer 2009 December 8, 2008 - June 4, 2009 ...... Registration for Summer, 2009 June 8 ...... Classes begin June 8 -10 ...... Class changes permitted June 11 ...... Last day to drop, no record/refund July 2 ...... Midterm July 6 ...... Holiday • Fourth of July Observed July 24 ...... Last day to withdraw "W" July 30 ...... End of Summer session
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The College
History • Supporting economic development through partnerships with business, industry, chambers of commerce, units of Highland Community College is a two-year co-educational local government, and other educational institutions. public community college maintained by the Board of Trustees • Providing community access as an open-door institution to of Illinois Community College District No. 519 under the all college services and facilities. coordination of the Illinois Community College Board and the Illinois Board of Higher Education. The College was brought into Core Values existence by the people of northwestern Illinois at a public Highland Community College is actively committed to the core referendum on October 1, 1966. values of integrity, compassion and respect. Freeport Community College, which was assimilated by the new district, was established by public referendum in November 1961, and opened its doors in September 1962. In June 1967, Accreditation, Institutional Memberships, Freeport Community College became a part of the new and Approval Highland Community College. The Highland Community College district includes the high school districts of Dakota, East Accreditation Dubuque, Eastland, Forrestville Valley, Freeport, Galena, Lena- Highland Community College is recognized by the Illinois Winslow, Orangeville, Oregon (Mt. Morris), Pearl City, River Community College Board and accredited by the Higher Ridge, Scales Mound, Stockton, Warren, and West Carroll (Mt. Learning Commission, and a member of the North Central Carroll and Savanna). Association. Highland Community College has also been a recipient of a Level I - Commitment to Excellence award from Mission Statement the Lincoln Foundation for Business Excellence and an Excel- Highland Community College is committed to shaping the lence in Accountability award from the Illinois Community future of our communities by providing quality education and College Board. learning opportunities through programs and services that Institutional Memberships encourage the personal and professional growth of the people Highland Community College is a member of the following of northwestern Illinois. This mission is carried out by: national organizations:
• Providing educational preparation to students for transfer • American Association of Community Colleges to a baccalaureate or professional, degree-granting • American Council on Education institution. • Association of Community College Trustees • Providing instruction to enable students to complete • College and University Personnel Association specific vocational degrees and certificates. • Council for Higher Education Accreditation • Providing occupational training, retraining, and/or • Greenleaf Center for Servant-Leadership upgrading of skills to meet individual, local, and state needs. • National Association of College and University Business • Providing developmental and general education designed Officers to meet individual educational goals. • National Association of College Stores • Providing community education designed to meet local • National Council for Marketing and Public Relations cultural needs and encourage lifelong learning. • National Council for Staff, Program, and Organizational • Providing opportunities that enhance cultural Development understanding through international education. • National Junior College Athletic Association • Providing a range of student support services that • North Central Association recognizes and supports the educational goals and needs of a diverse student population. • Society for Human Resource Management
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Highland Community College is also a member of the following Highland Community College Foundation state-wide organizations: The Highland Community College Foundation was established • Arrowhead Athletic Conference in 1962 as a charitable, not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation that • Illinois Association of College Stores exists solely for the purpose of raising funds in support of • Illinois Community College Admissions and Records Highland Community College. Officers Organization Gifts to the HCC Foundation have benefited the College and its • Illinois Community College Economic/Workforce students for over 40 years. Gifts help in many ways: Development Association • Illinois Community College Presidents Council • Endowed teaching chairs • Illinois Community College Trustees Association • Purchases and upgrades of computers and software • Illinois Council of Community College Administrators • Scholarship support • Publication of the award-winning Prairie Wind literary magazine Approved by: • Faculty and staff professional development • Illinois State Board of Education • Student worker salaries • Illinois State Scholarship Commission • Furnishings, equipment, and supplies • Illinois Student Assistance Commission • New buildings on campus with the help of community or matching-fund programs.
If you are interested in making a charitable, tax-deductible gift to the HCC Foundation, visit our web site www.highlandgift.org or contact:
Susan Atherton, Executive Director HCC Foundation 2998 West Pearl City Road, Freeport, Illinois 61032 815/599-3406
Scholarship applications are available at www.highland.edu
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The Student Body Student Preparedness According to the Higher Learning Commission, Highland Highland Community College serves a district population of Community College's accrediting body, higher education does 91,000 from the northwest Illinois counties of Carroll, Jo more than train or certify skills. Higher education requires Daviess, Ogle, and Stephenson. The college grants admission to students not only to master a rigorous body of knowledge but students from a wide range of backgrounds, without regard to also to conceptualize, analyze, and integrate. Additionally, race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, handicap, or national higher education requires students to use their intellect, origin. Sixty percent of the students are women, 40 percent are stimulates students to examine their values, teaches students men. College students range in age from 16 to 86, with an the importance of considering divergent views as expressed in average age of 32. The College serves an estimated 6,000 research, and challenges students to engage each other and students each year, including more than 1,000 students enrolled their teachers in a free exchange of ideas. in Community Education and Business Institute courses, and 700 students enrolled in Adult Education courses. The general education core curriculum has been developed by the Illinois Community College system to satisfy the breadth of A large number of area high school graduates enter the College study expected of college graduates. It is a core body of for full-time studies. Many of these students continue at a four- knowledge that all college educated people share. It includes year institution after completing the first two years at Highland, the skills and knowledge that are the basis of a college educa- and the success of these Highland transfer students has been tion. Students at Highland Community College are encouraged very good. Others are preparing for immediate employment to embrace the challenge of learning in the arts and sciences as after completing a planned program of education. Still others preparation for success in their declared majors. take advantage of the wide variety of coursework available through Highland's Business Institute and Community Education Highland Community College is committed to quality in its departments. transfer and occupational programs. In order to be successful in any of Highland's programs, students need to demonstrate college level skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking. Developmental courses and academic support programs are in place to help students reach the levels neces- sary to succeed in the coursework of their choice.
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HCC West Highland Community College also operates a center, Highland West, located on Route 20 in Elizabeth, Illinois. Highland West ensures opportunities for daytime classes in Jo Daviess County. The facility, complete with science labs, a stage, and gymnasium allows the College to gradually increase the number and range of offerings in the western part of the College district. Students can complete all of the general education requirements for an associate’s degree at HCC West. Additionally. Dual enrollment, Community Education and Adult Education classes are available at this location. Partners for Employment staff an office at the center providing employment services for the first time in Jo Daviess County. The College also offers classes in Savanna.
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Admissions & Registration
Admissions Eligibility 3.) Alternatives to 1) or 2) : College Degree and Certificate Program Courses A) Demonstrate readiness to enroll in English 121 and See the "Academic Programs" section of this catalog, beginning Math 164 or higher by completing appropriate on page 43, for a full description of Highland's degree and prerequisite courses or by meeting HCC placement certificate programs. Eligibility for admission to these programs criteria, and by having earned a grade of "C" or better is outlined below. Call the Office of Admissions and Records at in one college lab science and one college social 815/599-3414 regarding admissions questions. science (history or political science) class. B) Placement into English 121 and Math 164 or higher General Admissions using college placement criteria and completion of a All high school graduates and GED completers are eligible for college social studies (history or political science) class admission to Highland. Non-graduates age 16 or older may be and one lab science with grade of "C" or better. eligible for admission if he/she can demonstrate the ability to C) Age 21 or older and completion of at least 24 benefit from programs/courses offered by the College. If his/ baccalaureate-oriented hours with a GPA (grade her high school class has not yet graduated, a properly com- point average) of 2.0 or better. pleted Authorization to Register for Classes Form, obtained from and signed by a guidance counselor or principal, must be Limited Enrollment Programs presented. Students who want to be admitted to Highland's Nursing Home School Student Admissions programs (Associate Degree in Nursing or Practical Nursing Certificate) or Cosmetology certificate program need to satisfy Home school current students and graduates have the same other admissions requirements. See the "Academic Programs" benefits and fall under the same guidelines as general admission section of this catalog for further information about admission students. The home school graduate needs to submit an official to these programs. Students must complete a special applica- transcript containing courses, grades, years attended, graduation tion process and meet with the Director of Nursing to be completion year and date, and proof of passing federal and officially accepted into the nursing programs. state constitution tests to the Dean of Enrollment Services. High School Student "Early Admission" Home school students may take college level courses to To be admitted, a student must be at least 16 years of age and supplement their home schooling as long as ACT scores or HCC present to the Office of Admissions and Records a properly placement test results indicate “Ability to Benefit.” completed Authorization to Register for Classes Form, available Selective Admissions through high school guidance offices or Highland's Office of Students who want to be admitted to a baccalaureate-oriented Admissions and Records. (transfer) major must demonstrate one of the following: International Student Admissions 1.) Completion of these high school courses: An "international student" is defined as a person who is a citizen A) English - 4 units (emphasizing writing, literature, and of a country other than the United States, has a Visa for communications) educational purposes, and intends to return to his/her own B) Social Studies - 2 units (emphasizing history and country upon completion of educational goals. government) International students may be admitted to Highland if they have C) Mathematics - 3 units (algebra, geometry, successfully completed a minimum of 12 years of primary and trigonometry, computer science) secondary schooling, score of 500 paper-based exam, 173 D) Sciences - 2 units (laboratory sciences) computer-based exam or higher on a TOEFL exam (or equiva- E) Electives - 4 units (foreign language, art, music, and/or lent), and verify financial support. Prospective students must units from A - D above. Two units may be from contact the Dean of Enrollment Services and must be able to vocational course work). meet all applicable student visa regulations before they can be 2.) Completion of GED or "Ability to Benefit Exam." enrolled.
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Highland Business Institute Courses Part-time (11 or less credits) • First-time Students Persons interested in benefiting from coursework offered 1.) Complete a Highland Community College Admissions through Highland's Business Institute are not required to be Application for the semester in which enrollment is desired. high school graduates or GED completers unless there are This includes students enrolling in Highland Business prerequisite skill levels established to ensure that the students Institute courses. will benefit from such training. For a description of the type of 2.) Take the Highland academic placement test if planning to coursework offered through the Highland Business Institute, see register for a math, English composition, or business course page 36. (see above). 3.) Register for classes through an academic advisor, by mail, or in person at the Office of Admissions and Records. Admissions Procedures Students registering by mail or in person should be aware Academic Placement Test of course prerequisites and academic placement testing All students seeking a degree or certificate and those who have requirements as listed in the course description section of completed 12 credit hours of classes that may apply to a degree this catalog. or certificate are required to take Highland's academic assess- ment placement test. Also, any students wishing to enroll in Full/Part-time • Readmitted Students mathematics, English, and some business courses are required (Students who attended HCC before, but have not been at HCC to take a placement test. for at least three years.)
Current ACT scores may exempt students from certain compo- 1.) If the student is a former Highland student who has not nents of the placement tests. attended for three years, complete an Admissions Academic placement tests are administered through the application as outlined for first-time students. Learning Assistance Center (LAC) and are administered at 2.) Take the academic placement test if necessary. scheduled times each semester. Call the LAC at 815/599-3577 for dates and times or with questions about ACT exemptions. 3.) Furnish high school transcripts. This may be required again if the student has been absent from Highland for more Full-time (12 or more credits) • First-time than three years. Students 1.) Complete and submit a Highland Community College 4.) Register for classes as a full-time or part-time student. Admissions Application. This application is available at area high school guidance offices, the Office of Admissions and Records at Highland, or online at www.highland.edu. Full-time/Part-time • Continuing Students Students may register for courses by completing a Student Self- 2.) Submit high school transcripts (or GED certification). Scheduling form. This form is available through the Office of 3.) Submit ACT scores. Although this is not a requirement for Admissions and Records or the Student Resources Center . general admission, it is strongly recommended for Students may schedule appointments with their advisor by placement assistance. calling 815/599-3573. 4.) Take Highland's academic placement test (see above). 5.) Register for classes through an academic advisor. Registration appointments may be made by calling 815/ 599-3573.
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Transfer Students Determination of Residency (Persons who have most recently attended college at another institution.) In-District In-District tuition is paid by individuals who meet the residency 1.) Complete an Admissions application. requirements (see below) and live in the high school districts of 2.) Have transfer credits evaluated by the Dean of Enrollment Dakota, East Dubuque, Eastland, Forrestville Valley, Freeport, Services. Take the academic placement test, if required. Galena, Lena-Winslow, Mt. Carroll, Orangeville, Oregon, Pearl Depending on course work completed at other schools, City, River Ridge, Savanna, Scales Mound, Stockton, and transfer students may or may not have to take the test. Warren. Please check with an advisor or the Dean of Enrollment Services at the time of application. Any student who has occupied a dwelling within the district for 3.) Register for courses through an academic advisor for the at least 30 days immediately prior to the scheduled beginning of first semester. classes is considered in-district. Proof of residency will be any two of the five following criteria:
International Students 1.) Living with parents whose legal residence is within 1.) All international students must present the required Highland's district credentials before an I-20 is issued. 2.) Current driver's license Complete and submit the International Student 3.) Tax, utility, or rent receipt Information packet available from the Vice President of 4.) Voter's registration Academic & Student Services secretary's office. 5.) Other verification of residency 2.) Submit a properly completed Statement of Student Financial Responsibility along with certified letter showing Students may not attain In-District status simply by attending proof of total financial support while attending Highland classes at Highland for 30 days or more. Community College.. Students who move into the district for reasons other than 3.) Submit a current, official, TOEFL Examinee's Score Record attending Highland shall be exempt from the 30-day require- showing a "total score" of 500 or higher paper-based, or ment if they demonstrate a verifiable interest in establishing 173 computer based. permanent residency. Verification will consist of employment 4.) Submit official secondary-school transcripts and college documentation, home purchase documents, and/or other legal transcripts (if applicable) in English. Assessment testing may documents. be required. 5. Applications must be submitted a minimum of 30 days Out-of-District prior to the start of the semester. Any student who has occupied a dwelling within the State of 6.) All International students are responsible for all school Illinois, but outside of Highland's district for at least 30 days, tuition, fees, housing, and living costs. immediately prior to the scheduled beginning of classes shall be 7.) All International students must present a valid passport classified as an out-of-district student. Proof of state residency before admission is considered final. will be the same as in-district, but will extend to the rest of the 8.) All International students must carry a minimum of 12 State of Illinois outside of Highland's district. credit hours each semester exclusive of summer. Students may not attain in-state, out-of-district status simply by 9.) International students must arrange their own housing and attending a community college for 30 days or more. Students transportation since Highland Community College has no demonstrating verifiable interest in establishing permanent dormitories. We offer assistance in finding housing and state residency shall be exempt from the 30-day equirement. transportation, but arrangements are the responsibility of the student and are expected to be complete prior to the student's enrollment 10.) Follow additional procedures listed under full-time students. 7 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Out-of-State Semester Class Schedules Any student whose legal residence is outside the State of Illinois. The College reserves the right to select from the courses listed This classification includes international and/or foreign stu- in this catalog that can be offered during any term. A printed dents. class schedule listing the courses offered, days, hours of each class meeting, laboratory times, instructor names, and room Exceptions assignments will be published as early as possible prior to the Under certain circumstances, exceptions to residency rules may opening of each session. The College reserves the right to be granted. Contact the Dean of Enrollment Services if a change the schedule if necessary. Copies are available from the student's residency is in question. Office of Admissions and Records.
Student Schedule Changes Schedule changes are allowed during the first week of classes in Registration For Classes each regular semester. Any revision in the student's schedule First-time/Full-time Students after registration must be processed on the Program Change Students must register through an academic advisor. Registra- Form that is available from an academic advisor or the Office of tion appointments may be made by calling 815/599-3573. Admissions and Records. (The Office of Admissions and Records must receive the completed form before the change First-time/Part-time Students becomes valid.) In the regular semester, no course may be Students may register through an academic advisor, by mail, or added after the first five days of classes without instructor in person at the Office of Admissions and Records. Students permission. (Classes can be dropped with a full refund during registering by mail or in person should be aware of course the first two weeks of classes). prerequisites and assessment testing requirements. Also, students mailing in registrations need to be aware that they are Class-Level Change not officially enrolled in a class until their information is entered Upon recommendation of the instructors of both sections on the HCC computer system. involved and with approval of the division's dean, a student may be transferred from one level of a course to another during the Continuing/Full-time/Part-time Students first four weeks of a semester. Students may register by completing a Student Self-Scheduling form. This form is available through the Office of Admissions and Records and advising offices. Students may schedule Withdrawal From a Course registration appointments by calling 815/599-3573. A student may withdraw from a course or courses by complet- ing the following procedures in accordance with deadline dates Transfer Students published in this catalog or in other College publications. Transfer students should register through an academic advisor Unique courses and those with abnormal time frames may have for their first semester at HCC. alternate dates and procedures established by the Dean of Enrollment Services.
Course Registration Information No Record/Drop Date Courses can be dropped "No Record" during the first ten Registration Dates academic days of a regular semester using the forms available at Students may register for any given semester during the dates the Office of Admissions and Records. No official record of that are published in the college academic calendar in the front enrollment in the class will be maintained. All tuition paid will be of this catalog. refunded during the "No Record" drop period. After this period, no refunds are granted. Students are responsible for ensuring that all paperwork is competed if they are dropping or changing classes.
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Withdrawal other applicable fees. Courses listed with a "course fee" do not Student withdrawal from one or more courses after the "No qualify for the tuition waiver as all course fees must be paid by Record" drop date and prior to the last ten academic days the participant. The two categories of Senior Citizen Tuition are before the first day of final exams (as published in the official 61-to-64 (reduced tuition) and 65+ (waived tuition). College calendar) will be recorded as a "W." This grade is non- ** Rate applies to students 1) living Out-of-District/Out-of- punitive (i.e., no grade points or semester hours will be included State who work in the HCC district for 35 hours a week or more in the computation of the student's grade point average.) on a regular basis, or 2) are an athlete covered by scholarship or However, there are financial aid implications due to withdraw- are enrolled in a cooperative agreement program not offered at als. Proportional adjustments will be made for short-term their local community college. classes.
An instructor may initiate the withdrawal of a student from a Fees course if the student fails to attend classes and/or perform in a manner that the instructor deems necessary for successful • Returned check fee: $20.00 per check completion of the course. • Technology fee: $5.00 per credit hour for billable courses • Graduation fee: $20.00 per student • Proficiency Fee: $25.00 plus $25.00 per credit hour Tuition and Fees
Highland Community College charges tuition and a technology Tax Credits fee per semester hour taken. Some courses charge a lab or Taxpayers may claim one, or in some cases two, tax credits for materials fee in addition to tuition. These fees are listed in the expenses they pay for post-secondary education for themselves course schedules each semester. and their dependent children. These tax credits can directly reduce the amount of federal income tax. The Hope Scholarship Tuition Categories: ***Current Tuition Rates: Credit is available on a per-student basis for the first two years 1.) In-District Tuition $62.00/credit hour of post-secondary education, while the Lifetime Learning Credit 2.) Out-of-District Tuition $111.00/credit hour applies on a tax-return basis and covers a broader time frame 3.) Out-of-District/In-District Tuition** $62.00/credit hour and range of educational courses. Education expenses paid for with tax-free grants, scholarships, and employer-education assistance are not eligible for either tax credit. Education 4.) Out-of-State Tuition $111.00/credit hour expenses paid with loans are eligible for these tax credits. 5.) Out-of-State/In-District Tuition** $62.00/credit hour Taxpayers need to consult current IRS rules and/or their tax advisor for individual eligibility. 7.) Senior Citizen Tuition 61-64* $47.00/credit hour 8.) Senior Citizen 65+ Tuition* Waived per note below Chargeback Tuition & Cooperative Agreements Students living in the Highland Community College district who *** The current tuition rates listed above are as of the fall wish to pursue a degree or certificate that is not offered at semester 2005. Current tuition rates are subject to change Highland, but is offered at another Illinois community college, per semester. Updated tuition rates can also be found in may apply to the Vice President of Academic and Student each semester bulletin. Services for a tuition chargeback. The chargeback allows the * Senior citizens are allowed to register at the senior citizen's student to pay the "In-District" tuition rate at the other commu- rate on a "space available" basis. To qualify, senior citizens must nity college. Students should contact the Highland Office of provide homestead exemption certification and pay lab and Admissions and Records for information on cooperative agreements with area community colleges where a chargeback is not required. 9 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Tuition Payment Options Tuition Refund Policy
#1: Payment in Full at Registration Regular Semester Tuition and fees are due within 5 business days of registration. Students who "No-Record" drop classes anytime during the first Payment may be made on-line via credit card or check. Pay- ten days of the semester will receive a 100 percent tuition ments are also accepted at the cashier's office in cash, by check, refund. After this deadline, no refunds will be given. or charged on Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Regular Summer Session #2: Deferred Payment Plan Students who "No-Record" drop classes anytime during the first Students may defer payment of tuition and course fees until the four days of the summer session will receive a 100 percent semester due date by paying a $25 per semester nonrefundable, tuition refund. deferred payment fee. This fee is an additional cost and will not be applied toward the cost of tuition and course fees. Under Other Sessions this option, payments may be made in any amount, at any time, Students who enroll in courses that are less than eight weeks in with tuition and fees due in full on the semester due date. A length (this includes continuing education courses) will receive $10 late fee will be charged if payment in full has not been "No-Record" drops and refunds based on a formula using the made by the semester due date. number of class sessions. Students should consult with the Office of Admissions and Records for specific dates. After the #3: Payment by Employer or Governmental specified date, no refunds are given. Sources Students whose tuition and course fees are paid by his/her employer must bring written verification from the employer or sources of intent to pay for the class at the time of registration. The employer will be billed to the extent outlined in the authorization letter. Students are required to pay any tuition or fees not covered by the employer or governmental source.
#4: Payment through Financial Aid Students whose tuition and course fees are paid in part or full by financial aid may register for classes subject to verification of their financial aid awards. Students are responsible for providing accurate information and any errors or omissions may jeopar- dize or delay the awarding of financial aid. Students must pay for any tuition and fees not covered by financial aid. And, students are responsible for tuition, fees, and bookstore charges until Financial Aid is officially awarded.
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Financial Aid
Eligibility Federal programs available at Highland: • Pell Grant (gift aid) Financial aid at Highland Community College is designed to • Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (gift aid) supplement student and family resources in order to meet the • College Work-Study Program (employment) expenses of attending college. We believe that a lack of finances • Federal Family Education Loan Programs should not keep people from attending Highland Community • VA - G.I. Bill, VEEP, V.A. Vocational Rehabilitation* College. Contact the Office of Financial Aid at 815/599-3519 with any questions. State programs available at Highland: • MAP - Illinois Student Assistance Commission Monetary The student must fulfill the following requirements to partici- Award Program (gift aid) pate in financial aid programs: • IIA - Silas Purnell Illinois Initiative for Access Program (gift aid) 1.) Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident. • IVG - Illinois Veterans' Grant (gift aid, certain criteria must 2.) Be enrolled at HCC for at least three hours per semester be fulfilled)* (for most financial aid programs). • ING - Illinois National Guard Grant (gift aid)* 3.) Be enrolled in an approved degree or program requiring 16 semester hours or more. Campus-based programs available at Highland: 4.) Maintain satisfactory academic progress toward a • Student Work Program (employment)* certificate or degree. (Standards of Satisfactory Academic • HCCFS - Highland Community College Foundation Progress Policy Statement as it pertains to students Scholarships: receiving Financial Aid is available at the Financial Aid - Competitive and financial need-based scholarships Office.) - Contact the Financial Aid office or high school 5.) Be a high school graduate or have earned a GED certificate counselor. or passed an Ability-to-Benefit (ATB) test. ` - HCC scholarship applications are also available on the College web site at www.highland.edu) Types of Aid - Excellence Scholarships (contact a high school counselor) Highland offers three types of financial aid to students: grants and scholarships, loans, and employment. Grants and scholar- How To Apply ships are gift aid or "free" money. Loans must be repaid at some Students must apply each year for most financial aid. The Free time in the future. Employment offers students an opportunity Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be submitted to work on campus and earn a portion of their educational to the Department of Education, Federal Government for expenses. While most programs require that the student processing. Contact the Financial Aid Office concerning federal demonstrate financial need, these programs identified with an and state processing deadlines. In addition to the Highland asterisk (*) are not generally based on financial need. Financial Aid data form, students must also complete the Highland Financial Aid Authorization form and Highland's Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy and submit them to the financial aid office.
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VVeterans Educational Benefits Standard of Progress for VA Certification Purposes Available Benefits The last date of attendance and the exact date of reduction in Many of Highland Community College's programs are approved rate of pursuit shall be considered to be: for the training of veterans and war orphans under Title 38, U.S. Code, chapters 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, and 1606. It is also an 1.) The date that instructors report as the last day of pursuit as approved training facility for members of the U.S. Military determined by: Reserve and Illinois National Guard. A) The last activity date reflected in the instructor's record, Veterans may apply for educational benefits at the Office of B) The date the last papers were submitted, Financial Aid. The VA will provide financial assistance to C) The date of last examination completed, veterans to the extent that the credits for which the veteran is OR enrolled are applicable toward an approved degree or certifi- 2.) The student's reasonable statement of last date of cate program. Further, the veteran must make continued and attendance, satisfactory progress toward the degree or certificate. Veterans are responsible for notifying the College and the VA of reduc- OR tion in their course load. 3.) If earlier than the preceding dates, the effective date of an instructor-initiated withdrawal or the date the student The Illinois Veterans Grant is available, in addition to the G.I. officially withdraws from classes, Bill, to veterans who: OR 4.) The last day of final exams. 1.) Served in the armed forces one year or more, 2.) Were residents of Illinois prior to military service for at The exact date on which the student increased the rate of least six months, pursuit shall be the official date of registration for the course or 3.) Returned to Illinois within at least six months after courses. discharge, and The Veterans' Administration shall be notified within a reason- 4.) Have other than a dishonorable discharge. able period of time - normally within one week of interruption, termination, or change in the veteran's rate of pursuit. Notifica- Veterans should apply at the Office of Financial Aid prior to tion shall be via VA Form 22-1999b. In order to graduate in a enrollment. program, the veteran must have earned a grade point average Students who have completed one year or more of military of 2.0 or higher and must successfully complete the require- service including basic training may, upon petition to the Dean ments, subject to approved substitutions and waivers, for the of Enrollment Services, receive credit for a maximum of four degree or certificate as listed in the current Highland catalog. activity courses in physical education. To maintain "Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress" where two or more courses are undertaken, the veteran must successfully complete more than one-half of the enrollment each semester and 67% cumulatively in order to be determined to have made satisfactory academic progress, except in extenu- ating circumstances (i.e., illness, personal or family reasons, etc.). Review for this item will be made at the end of each regular semester.
Student veterans must be in "Academic Good Standing" as described on page 29 of this catalog in order to be considered as making good satisfactory progress toward timely graduation. A one semester probationary period is allowed, except for a 12 student failing and/or withdrawing from all subjects taken. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E Student Support Services
Academic Support Services Freshman Success The freshmen success program is a two-credit, tuition-free Learning Assistance Center course, College Success Skills, that is designed to help students The Learning Assistance Center (LAC) promotes the academic develop the academic and personal strengths necessary for success of all Highland students by providing academic support, success in college. Study skills, critical thinking skills, and free of charge, to any student enrolled in any of the courses at information about campus resources are presented in a context HCC. The peer-tutoring program offers individual content that addresses the diversity of the student population on tutoring by students who have been recommended by college campuses today. Highland's instructors. Study groups and review sessions are also provided at student request. Staff members can provide All first-time, full-time students are expected to take College students with diagnostic information about skill levels and assist Success Skills (LIBS199). Course content includes note taking, individual students with study skills. test-taking strategies, time management, goal setting, career choice, academic advising, wellness issues, and social issues To successfully use the Learning Assistance Center's services, central to campus life. Call 815/599-3531 for further informa- students should check the schedule for walk-in tutoring at the tion. beginning of each semester. Much of the tutoring is provided on an appointment basis. There is a request form for services Clarence Mitchell Library/ not already on the schedule. Instructional Materials Center The LAC is located on the first floor of the Marvin-Burt Liberal The library is located on the second floor of the Marvin-Burt Arts Center, Building M. Call 815/599- 3577 for further Liberal Arts Center (Building M) and is open every day classes information. are in session and many Saturdays during the school year. Staff is available to help students, faculty, and any district resident find Students with Disabilities the information they need for school, business, or personal ADA Services provides academic support services (disability projects. Highland's library has more than 56,000 books, over management advising, sign language and oral interpreting, 250 magazine subscriptions, and several national and local alternative testing, reader/taping services, access to large print newspapers. The library has equipment to view videotapes and and Braille materials/electronic text, mobility assistance and DVDs and to listen to audiocassettes and compact discs. Our access to adaptive technology); disability-related program collection also includes a large selection of audio books, movies access services (registration and financial aid assistance, liaison and compact discs. to college, federal, and state and community agencies, academic accommodations, physical access evaluation, advocacy, and in- A large computer area offers workstations connected to the service training for faculty and staff); and information and college network for access to e-mail and the Internet. For those referral services. Students are encouraged to contact the ADA who wish to use their own laptop, a public "hotspot" is available Coordinator early in the registration process to submit docu- in the library building. Students are issued free accounts. mentation and arrange for services. Students may also wish to Software available includes Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, contact their local Division of Vocational Rehabilitation office and other individual packages required for specific classes. The (for Carroll, Jo Davies and Stephenson Counties: 815/233- library Internet connection also provides a link to several large 5904). databases that provide full-text articles for hundreds of maga- zines on assorted subjects, and data and articles about compa- For assistance or more information, contact the Learning nies and businesses. These databases are updated daily with the Assistance Center for an appointment by calling 815/599-3582 text of articles often available before the magazine appears on (voice or relay). the shelves.
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Other indexes include the full text of The New York Times and academic semesters. Transfer guidelines, updates, seminars, and Chicago Tribune, current and historical text. Electronic data- information pertinent to transfer are available to students on a bases provide unparalleled access to journals and magazines regular basis. This service is designed to enhance transfer that would be unaffordable in print. The library's catalog and options and lessen any problems that may arise. links to library databases and services can be found at http:// Academic Advisors are located on the first and second floors of hcclibrary.net. the Student/Conference Center; Building H. Services are Membership in the Prairie Area Library System provides access available by appointment and during published walk-in times. to more than 300 libraries holdings. If what a student needs is For an appointment, call 815/599-3573. not available locally, it can be easily ordered from one of the Career Services thousands of other libraries in the state and country. The library Career Services at HCC is a multi-service center that assists is open - and all services are available - to all residents of the students, alumni, and community members with career and district. employment-related services and opportunities. The office also coordinates the Student Worker Program on Highland's Academic Advising campus. Assistance and resources include: Academic advising is a service designed to help students in the selection of a program or degree and classes that relate to their • Career counseling and assessments educational and life goals. The service is provided by academic • Career resources, including videos, reference materials and advisors and faculty members in the various academic divisions software programs of the College on an appointment or walk-in basis. • Salary and occupational information All degree or certificate-seeking students are expected to meet • Job leads and postings with an academic advisor upon initial enrollment and subse- • Job hunting assistance - resumes, cover letters, and quently as needed. Placement tests, class schedules and pro- interviewing gram outlines, and past academic and/or work performance will • Employment counseling be examined in order to assist the student in developing an appropriate academic program designed for transfer to a senior Career Services collaborates with agencies of the Illinois institution or entry into the job market. Employment Training Center, such as the IDES, Illinois Depart- ment of Employment Security and Partners for Employment. The student retains the responsibility for program and course Career Services is located on the first floor of the Student/ selection and applicability to career or transfer requirements. Conference Center, Room H-108. Career Services' resources However, academic advisors will provide valuable assistance and and computers are available on a walk-in basis. The Center is information in this decision-making process. Transfer informa- open Mondays through Fridays, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. tion is available from each academic advisor. The Transfer Coordinator/Advisor gathers and disseminates this information Counseling, assessments, and resume development are done by and also provides applications to senior institutions, catalog appointment. Evening appointments are also available. Fees are information, and course equivalency information. Computer charged for some services. For more information on services or search services are also available. for appointments, call 815/599-3536 or 815/599-3573.
Students planning to transfer to another college or university are expected to work with an academic advisor. Program guidelines at senior institutions change often. It is strongly encouraged to see an advisor periodically throughout the
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Special Services
Project Succeed Services are provided to participants during the regular school Project Succeed provides a comprehensive array of services year and in an intensive on-campus program during the summer. Services include tutoring, study-skill development, from a team of professionals dedicated to helping participants achieve their educational goals. These services include academic college visits and awareness, ACT preparation, financial aid search, career awareness, social and cultural activities, team and personal counseling; academic advising; tuition-free classes; skill-building and personal-enrichment workshops; tutoring in building, and instruction in math, science, English, and foreign language. math and writing by staff; mentoring/tutoring in student adjustments and study skills; scholarships and scholarship Upward Bound serves students from targeted high schools in searches; visits to four-year colleges; advocacy and transfer Highland's district. The office is located on the first floor of the assistance for transfer concerns; and free tickets to campus Marvin-Burt Liberal Arts Center (Building M). For more productions. information, call 815/599-3411. Participation in this federally funded program is open to students who fit within one or more of the following categories: first generation college students (neither parent graduated from Auxiliary Services a four-year college), economically disadvantaged students, and/ or students with physical or learning disabilities. Bookstore The Project Succeed offices are located on the first floor of the The College bookstore provides a convenient place for students Marvin-Burt Liberal Arts Center (Building M). Those interested to purchase textbooks and supplementary instructional supplies in the services may pick up an application. For questions, call as required by the instructor of each course. Students are 815/599-3583. required to purchase their own textbooks and supplies. Art supplies, imprinted clothing, , hats gift items, academically priced software, technology products, cards, balloons, and writing supplies are also available in the bookstore. Vocational Support Services Book buy back is held during the scheduled finals week of each Vocational Support Services is a Carl Perkins-funded program semester. The bookstore is located on the first floor of the designed to assist students enrolled in vocational programs. Student/Conference Center (Building H) and is open daily Academic-support services such as basic-skills development and during posted hours. For more information, call 815/599-3449. content tutoring are available to students enrolled in qualified programs. Cafeteria For Vocational Support Services, contact an instructor or the Food service is available from the cafeteria from 7:30 a.m. to Learning Assistance Center located on the first floor of the 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The service offers breakfast Marvin-Burt Liberal Arts Center (Building M). items, sandwiches, soups, salads, and breakfast and luncheon specials. Vending machines are also available. The Cafeteria is located on the first floor of the Student/Conference Center Upward Bound (Building H). Upward Bound is a pre-college educational assistance and Child Care Services enrichment program funded by the U.S. Department of Child care services are offered on the campus by the YMCA. Education. The principle goal of this program is to assist Services are located in the Child Care and Training Center and qualifying high school students in obtaining the motivational are available to the general public. The Center's primary and academic skills to enhance their opportunities for entering objective is to provide an enriched environment for children and succeeding in post-secondary education. whose parents work, attend school, or who need additional
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experiences to prepare them for school. Services are provided Parking and Traffic Services by the Center on a half-day or full-day contract basis only. The The College offers student parking in designated lots on the YMCA sets the fee schedule for these services There is no campus. The College assumes no responsibility for any car or "drop-off" service available at this time. vehicle, nor protection of same, at any time while it is operated or parked on the College campus. Any child who is six-weeks through ten years of age is eligible to enroll if space is available. For additional information, call 815/ While on campus, students and guests are expected to follow all 235-2467. standard traffic regulations and definitions as enacted into motor vehicle laws by the State and County. Also, all parking Community Relations regulations are expected to be followed. Violations of these Community Relations is responsible for releasing information to regulations will result in a ticket, fine, and/or towing from the press and the public concerning College activities. For campus. Handicapped parking is available and marked. Special further information, call 815/599-3542. parking accommodations can be made for persons with specific Housing needs. Contact the Coordinator of Disability Services at 815/ Highland does not provide a formal housing service nor does it 599-3437 for help with this special accommodation. recommend housing. Some available housing information is Sports Center available through the Office of Admissions and Records. Also, a The Sports Center is a joint venture between the College and privately owned apartment complex is located adjacent to the the Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois. The facility includes an campus. Information about the complex is available at the Olympic-size swimming pool, a 1/14 mile banked jogging track, complex office. three racquetball courts, body-building equipment, general The College advises and encourages parents and students to exercise equipment, and main and auxiliary gymnasiums. visit housing facilities before making final arrangements Students who enroll at Highland may be eligible for a personal concerning housing in the community. YMCA membership for that semester. To obtain a membership, Lost and Found Services a Highland student may inquire at the YMCA and will be issued Lost and found services are maintained by the College. How- an ID card if eligible. Y Cards may not be available until after the ever, the College does not assume responsibility for personal tenth day of enrollment, except for students taking an HCC property of students. Lost and found services are located at the physical education class. reception desk on the second floor of the Student/Conference Center, Building H, and at division offices in each building.
Medical and Health Services The College does not provide medical or health services. In the event a student requires medical treatment for injury or illness, reasonable action will be taken to contact medical personnel and the student's parents and/or spouse. Any such medical treatment and service is at the student's expense. First-aid kits are located throughout the campus.
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Emergency Services If an emergency arises, students and visitors are to call the switchboard at 815/235-6121, ext. 0. After 5 p.m. or on weekends, emergencies will be handled by security, 815/599- 3451.
If campus is closed by inclement weather or other emergency, the following radio stations will carry the announcement:
WFPS 92.1 FM Freeport WFRL 1570 AM Freeport WROK 1440 AM Rockford WZOK 97.5 FM Rockford Q98.5 98.5 FM Rockford Q102.5 102.5 FM Lena KATF 92.9 FM Dubuque, IA KGRR 97.3 FM Dubuque, IA KDTH 1370 AM Dubuque, IA KGGY 102.3 FM Dubuque, IA KROS 1340 AM Clinton, IA KLNT 97.7 FM Jo Daviess County WCCI 100.3 FM Savanna WEKZ 93.7 FM Monroe, WI WSDR 1240 AM Sterling WJOD 107.5 FM Galena WSSQ 94 FM Sterling WZZT 95.1 FM Sterling WREX Channel 13 Rockford WIFR Channel 23 Rockford WTVO Channel 17 Rockford
An announcement will also be posted on the Highland web site at www.highland.edu.
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Student Activities Forensics The Highland Forensics team participates in a nationally The College encourages and promotes a full program of student recognized student academic activity. Throughout the year, activities and organizations. The formation of student clubs, students attend intercollegiate forensics tournaments to test organizations, and honorary societies, as well as the production their knowledge and ability in a variety of public-speaking of student publications and the success of activities, depends events. The forensics program is open to all students. upon student participation. Students are encouraged to become involved in available activities and to give suggestions concern- Newspaper ing future events or desired clubs. The student newspaper, The Chronicle, communicates with the student body, the College faculty, and administration. Students Student Government interested in journalism are encouraged to participate. Course Elections are held each fall and spring to select students to credit is available. represent the Highland student body. The Student Senate is an active group charged to help develop policies and procedures Clubs and Organizations for student conduct on campus, recognize campus clubs and Formal student groups are a vital part of any college experience. organizations, and promote student life on campus. Election to Clubs and organizations give students with similar interests a the Student Senate is an honor but also a significant responsibil- format for developing friendships as well as intellectual growth. ity. In addition, participation in campus organizations allows services to be provided to the student body and the entire campus. Music Participation in campus activities allows for the educational Highland offers students the opportunity to excel in vocal and growth that takes place outside the formal classroom setting instrumental music outside of the classroom setting. Music and helps students become active citizens on the campus and in majors and non-majors are welcome to audition for and his/her respective communities. participate in the Royal Scots, Collegiate Choir, Community Orchestra, Concert Band, and Jazz Ensemble. Awards Each year, Highland offers awards to recognize academic Theatre excellence, leadership, character, and service. The Citizenship Highland boasts one of the best theatre programs in the state. Award is presented by the College president to two outstand- Any student is eligible to take an active role in college theatrical ing, graduating sophomores. Other awards given by Highland productions on stage or behind the scenes. The theatre are student government awards, honor student awards, and department offers a wide range of theatrical programs during division awards. the school year and hosts the popular Summerset Theatre series. Phi Theta Kappa Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society for students in Intramural Sports community colleges who have demonstrated academic excel- Students have varied opportunities to participate in individual, lence. To be eligible for membership in Phi Theta Kappa, a co-educational, and team sports in the intramural program. If a student must have earned a GPA of 3.5 and completed 12 particular sport is not offered, the intramural director will semester hours of baccalaureate degree course work. Students determine if sufficient participants are available to make a new who are eligible for membership each semester are contacted sport or activity available. by letter and invited to attend an orientation meeting. A formal induction ceremony is held each spring. Intercollegiate Sports Highland is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Benefits of being a member of Phi Theta Kappa are formal Association and the Arrowhead Athletic Conference. Highland recognition for academic excellence and eligibility for scholar- teams participate in golf, men's and women's basketball, ships at senior institutions. Members wear gold stoles with the women's volleyball, women's softball, and men's baseball. honor insignia at graduation and receive diplomas with the Phi Theta Kappa gold seal. For more information, call 815/235- 6121. 19 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Code of Conduct
Highland Community College respects the civil rights and It is expected that student organizations and campus visitors liberties of each member of the College; however, it is impera- will: tive for the College to be free from coercion, harassment, and disruption in order to allow for the exchange and expression of • Follow college regulations and local, state, and federal laws ideas. It is also imperative that the College, and the activities it • Make appropriate use of college equipment, grounds, and sponsors, remain safe and drug-and-alcohol-free in order to facilities enhance the pursuit of education and learning. • Respect faculty, staff, college personnel, other students and organizations Students, student organizations, and campus visitors are expected to conduct themselves in such a manner as to be a credit to themselves, their organizations, the College, and the The following are examples of unacceptable behavior while on community. Violation of local, state, or federal laws at any Highland's Campus or at any Highland-sponsored activity or college-sponsored activity (on-or-off campus) or at any activity event: involving the use of Highland property, will be considered a • Giving false or misleading information to any College violation of the Student Code of Conduct and will result in employee disciplinary action. • Tampering with or destroying any College record It is expected that students will: • Possessing, being under the influence, supplying, or selling any alcoholic beverage, controlled substance, non- • Meet instructor expectations for attendance prescription drug, narcotic, or stimulant • Be aware of all course and college requirements • Using loud or abusive language • Complete all assignments in accordance with instructor • Creating a hazard, physical or emotional, for others, self, or expectations things • Meet all financial obligations to the College • Blocking access to buildings, rooms, driveways, or other • Register properly for classes each semester access ways • Fulfill all degree, certificate, or individual program • Unauthorized use of campus or other College-controlled requirements facilities • Follow college regulations and local, state, and federal laws • Obstruction or disruption of teaching, learning, studying, or • Act honestly in all situations other College activities • Respect faculty, staff, college personnel, and other students • Threatening, attempting, or committing physical violence • Make appropriate use of college equipment, grounds, and • Damaging, destroying, or unlawfully possessing College facilities facilities or property • Theft • Possession and/or use of knives, guns, or any weapon • Violation of any College regulation, local, state, or federal law will be subject to referral to criminal/civil authorities for investigation and/or action • Operating any vehicle in an unsafe or reckless manner • Parking or using a vehicle in unauthorized areas • Using skateboards, in-line skates, or other unapproved apparatus
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Sanctions for Behavior Misconduct Notification and Due Process Procedures Violations of the Student Code of Conduct or failure to fulfill 1. Faculty, staff, or students shall notify the Vice President of expectations are subject to disciplinary action. Disciplinary Academic and Student Services or designee within two (2) action may include, but is not limited to, the following: school days that a student or organization is accused of Warning: A written or spoken notice that continuation or violating, or has violated, the Student Code of Conduct. repetition of violations of the Student Code of Conduct may be 2. The student or organization shall be notified by the Vice cause for more serious disciplinary action. (College personnel, President within seven (7) school days that they have been Instructor, Dean, Vice President of Academic and Student accused of violating the Student Code of Conduct. A Services, or designee) meeting with the student or organization representatives Disciplinary Probation: A written statement disqualifying a shall be scheduled to discuss the alleged violations. The student or organization from participating in any or all College Vice President or designee shall issue a written decision activities, holding an office or leadership role, or other campus relating to sanctions. Copies of the decision shall be sent to or faculty limitations for a specified length of time. (Vice the student or organization and placed in the student's or President of Academic and Student Services or designee) organization's file.
Suspension: A written notice of exclusion from classes, 3. The student or organization may appeal the decision of the privileges, and/or activities for a specific period of time. (Vice Vice President to the Judicial Review Board. The appeal President of Academic and Student Services or designee) must be in writing to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and made within seven (7) school days from the Dismissal: A written termination of student status for an issuance of the decision. The hearing before the Judicial indefinite period of time. (Vice President of Academic and Review Board is to take place within ten (10) school days Student Services or designee) after receipt of the appeal. Decisions resulting in dismissal require a hearing before the Judicial Review Board. Appeals Temporary Suspension by Instructor related to suspension must be heard by the Judicial Review An instructor has the authority to remove a student temporarily Board. Other sanctions may or may not be heard by the from the classroom setting if the instructor determines that the Judicial Review Board. continued presence of the student would disrupt the educa- tional process or endanger the physical well-being of others in the classroom or immediate area. All temporary removals from the classroom must be reported to the appropriate Dean or supervisor and the Vice President of Academic and Student Services or designee within one (1) working day of the removal. Further disciplinary sanctions may be applied.
Authority to Impose Temporary Suspensions from the College If the presence of any person or organization is an immediate and serious threat to other persons, property, or programs on the Highland campus or other college facilities, the President of the College or designee may impose an interim suspension from the College. The President or designee has the authority to remove or continue the suspension for the well-being of the College. During the interim suspension, the affected person or organization shall not, without prior written permission of the President or designee, enter or remain on Highland premises.
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Student Judicial Review Board On the occasion that a student violates the Student Code of Conduct and necessitates serious penalties such as suspension The following procedures shall be used by the Highland Student or dismissal, it is the duty of the Student Judicial Review Board Judicial Review Board. When hearing cases brought before it, to provide a hearing, if requested or required, to determine the Review Board's decisions shall be final. proper disciplinary action and ensure that due process was delivered to the student. If the student is found innocent of the 1. All hearings shall be closed and by invitation only. alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct, it is the duty 2. The alleged offender has the right to present a defense of the Student Judicial Review Board to ensure that the student before the Student Judicial Review Board and to call has the opportunity to make up all worked missed and his/her witnesses. record shall be expunged of the disciplinary complaint. The Student Judicial Review Board, upon review of complaints not 3. The alleged offender reserves the right to have advisory involving suspension or dismissal, may elect not to hear a case counsel present. However, the student must present the and concur with prior actions taken. case.
4. Prior to testimony, witnesses shall identify themselves and state their relationship to the present case. Academic Integrity and Academic 5. The alleged offender is entitled to question any witnesses. Misconduct
6. A verbatim record of the hearing shall be taken, and the Academic integrity rests on two principles: first, that academic entire proceeding shall be electronically recorded. work is represented truthfully as to its source and its accuracy; second, that academic results are obtained by fair and autho- 7. The alleged offender shall be informed (in writing) of the rized means. Student Judicial Review Board's decision within 24 hours of the completion of the hearing before the Review Board. "Academic Misconduct" occurs when either of these guiding The decision will be delivered by the College's Affirmative principles is knowingly violated. Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) officer. The Student Judicial Review Board's written decision is final. Examples of these violations include: The EEO/Affirmative Action Officer will maintain a record A. Cheating: Giving, using, or attempting to use unauthorized of all hearings and pertinent documents. materials, information, notes, study aides, or other devices The Student Judicial Review Board shall be composed of the in any academic exercise, including unauthorized following seven members: the EEO/Affirmative Action Officer, communication of information. two administrators appointed by the President of the College, B. Fabrication and Falsification: Unauthorized alteration or two faculty members appointed by the President of the Faculty invention of any information or citation in an academic Senate, and two students appointed by the President of the exercise. Student Senate. No member of the Student Judicial Review Board who has a direct interest in the case shall sit in judgment C. Plagiarism: Knowingly presenting the work of another as of that case. A member of the Student Judicial Review Board one's own (i.e. without proper acknowledgment of the determined to have an interest in the case shall be replaced by source). The sole exception to the requirement of the authority who made the original appointment. Appoint- acknowledging sources is when the ideas or information is ments to the Judicial Review Board will be made on an as- common knowledge. needed basis. D. Facilitating Academic Misconduct: Giving or attempting to help another commit an act of academic misconduct.
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E. Tampering with Materials, Grades, or RecordsRecords: Other Student Academic Complaints Interfering with, altering, or attempting to alter records, Highland Community College students have the right to express grades, or other documents without authorization from an their opinions regarding treatment in academic matters. appropriate College official for the purpose of changing, Students shall express concerns initially with the appropriate falsifying, or removing the original information found in faculty or educational staff member within seven (7) school such records. days of the occurrence that gives rise to the complaint.
If the complaint is not resolved to the student's satisfaction, the Sanctions for Academic Misconduct student may request a review of the complaint by the Dean or If academic misconduct is discovered and confirmed, any of the supervisor to whom the instructor reports. The request must be following penalties may be imposed: in writing and must be received by the Dean or supervisor within five (5) school days after the initiated attempt at A. Reduction in grade (Instructor) resolution. The Dean or supervisor shall issue a written response B. Warning (Instructor and/or Dean) covering the outcome of the review within seven (7) school C. Suspension from class (Dean and/or Vice President) days after receipt of the request. D. Suspension from College (Vice President) E. Dismissal from College (Vice President) If the result of the Dean's or supervisor's review is unsatisfactory to the student, the student may appeal in writing to the Vice Procedures and Student Rights President of Academic and Student Services within five (5) A. An instructor may, with due notice to the student, treat as school days after receipt of the Dean's response. The Vice unsatisfactory any student performance that is the product President shall review the complaint fully and issue a reply in of academic misconduct. The instructor will issue written writing within ten (10) school days of receipt of written student documentation of incident(s) and sanction(s) to the appeal. student and to the Dean to whom the instructor reports. If the result of the Vice President's review is unsatisfactory to a B. If a student wishes to protest a grade based upon work student, a written appeal may be made to the Judicial Review judged by an instructor to be a product of academic Board within five (5) school days of receipt of the Vice misconduct, or if an instructor deems other judiciary action President's reply. for academic misconduct by a student advisable, a Sexual and Other Harassment Complaints recommendation for review shall be made to the Dean or Harassment of any kind is not acceptable at Highland Commu- supervisor to whom the instructor reports. The Dean or nity College whether it is sexual harassment or on the basis of supervisor shall review the incident with the instructor and age, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender, race, student and issue a decision within five (5) school days of religion or sexual orientation, or any other legally protected the review. classification. An individual who believes he/she has been C. If an instructor and/or Dean deems other judiciary action harassed must file a written and signed complaint with the for academic misconduct by a student advisable, or if a College’s Affirmative Action Officer (AAO) within 45 days of student wishes to appeal the Dean's decision, a the date of the alleged event or incident. The AAO will process recommendation for review shall be made in writing to the the complaint according to the process identified in the Vice President of Academic and Student Services. The Vice College’s Sexual and Other Harassment policy. This policy may President shall review the incident with instructor, Dean, be found on the HCC web site: www.highland.edu. and student, and issue a decision in writing within ten (10) school days of the review.
D. If a student wishes to appeal the decision of the Vice President, a written appeal may be made to the Judicial Review Board. This appeal letter should be sent to the college's Affirmative Action Officer within five (5) school 23 days of receipt of the Vice President's reply. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes The term users refers to all individuals who utilize any or all of Highland's computer-based technology, which includes, but is According to its mission, Highland Community College is not limited to faculty, staff, students, board members, contrac- committed to providing quality education and learning opportu- tual employees, community members, businesses, visiting nities. Central to assuring quality is the college's program of organizations, and all visitors. Users should exercise good assessment of student learning outcomes. judgment and comply with this policy and all administrative regulations and guidelines. Highland Community College's faculty members have created and written student learning outcome statements to help No technology can be guaranteed to be error-free or totally measure and promote student learning in the general education dependable. Among other matters, the College is not liable or core curriculum, identified programs in the transfer curriculum, responsible for: 1) any information that may be lost, damaged, and the occupation programs leading to the AAS degree. or unavailable due to technical, or other difficulties; 2) the accuracy or suitability of any information that is retrieved Students may be asked to participate in activities designed to through technology; or 3) defamatory material. assess learning in Highland's academic and occupational programs or within individual courses or courses of study. This Users must recognize that there is no way to provide absolute partnership of learners and teachers will assist Highland in its assurance of confidentiality with respect to access to transmis- efforts to continuously improve the quality of teaching and sions and files by persons outside, or from persons inside the learning at the institution. College. Also, the College reserves the right to log technology use, to monitor fileserver space utilization by users, and to Computer-Based Technology Guidelines examine user's files and materials when based upon established procedures for suspected violation of this policy. Failure by Highland Community College provides access to technology in students and visitors to comply with these guidelines and board order to support the teaching and learning process and to policy may result in disciplinary action as outlined in the provide access to information sources from around the world. Student Code of Conduct. Faculty and Staff use of computer- The College believes that the value of information and interac- based technology is governed by applicable Board Policy and/or tion that computer-based technology offers outweighs the contractual language. potential hazards of its misuse. Making network access available, It is the College's policy that all technology and handling of data however, carries with it the potential that some network users must be in compliance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley (GLB) Act will access sources that others consider objectionable. Users are and with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy (FERPA) Act. expected to access computer-based technology for legitimate Highland Community College fully expects all College personnel college business or educational purposes. Exercising this be familiar with these acts (see "Everything You've Always privilege requires that users accept the responsibility for all Wanted to Know About Privacy of Student Records But Were material viewed, downloaded, and/or produced. Users will Afraid to Ask" and its accompanying Acknowledgement form). need to evaluate the validity of materials accessed through technology and cite their sources when appropriate. In order to ensure legal licensing of all campus software, ITS is the only authorized installer of any software installed on any For the purposes of this policy, the term technology is defined campus system (including all downloadable software). Unautho- as and refers to all computer and computer-related hardware, rized software will be removed from the system as spelled out software, peripherals, network infrastructure, the Internet, and in user guidelines. any device that is accessed through the College's network or any device that interfaces with a computer or computer Users are never to give anyone their user name and/or pass- peripherals either on campus or from remote locations. word as this action poses a threat to the integrity and confiden- tiality of all system data. Suspected abuse will be investigated and handled according to all applicable policies.
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Guidelines for Electronic Communication, Network Support General Information Services, and Desktop Support Services may be found on the Bulletin Boards "G" drive under "User's Highland's Computer Based Technol- Bulletin boards are located in each building for students, faculty, ogy". and staff for communication of campus activities. The Director Guidelines for Technology Use of Community Relations may authorize bulletin board usage on Users will: campus. Deans or Directors charged with building responsibility may also authorize the posting of items in the appropriate • Adhere to the rules of copyright and assume that any building. The Dean or Director may also remove any unautho- software they did not create is copyrighted (unless labeled rized item or any item found to be in violation of the Student "freeware" or "public domain") Code of Conduct. • Adhere to the licensing agreements governing the use of shareware Campus Hours - 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. • Note the e-mail, like other forms of communication, is not No one is to be on campus at other times without special guaranteed to be private. People who operate the system permission. Violators will be considered as trespassers. may have access to e-mail under appropriate circumstances Guests • Be responsible at all times for the proper use of their access Guests and visitors are encouraged to avail themselves of privileges and for avoiding impersonations, anonymity, or Highland's hospitality. Highland students are responsible for the unauthorized sharing of security measures actions of their visitors or guests at College activities both on • Take responsibility for any activities using technology that is and off campus. Rules of behavior and conduct will be applied borrowed by them or under their account or password to all. • Maintain the integrity of technological resources from potentially damaging messages, physical abuse, or viruses Security • Respect the right of others to use equipment Campus security is a responsibility shared by all members of the • Abide by the policies and procedures of networks and campus community. If security problems arise, services can be systems linked by technology obtained by calling the sheriff's deputy at 815/599-3652 (on • Protect the privacy of other users and the integrity of the campus, call extension 3652). system by avoiding misuse of passwords, others' files, Smoking Regulations equipment, and programs Each campus building is a designated non-smoking area. Therefore, smoking is only allowed outside of the buildings. Users will not: Parking/Traffic Regulations • Harass other users General parking for students and guests is available on campus. • Use an account of another user without his/her permission Limited parking areas are marked and reserved for employees • Misrepresent themselves or others and individuals with disabilities. • Violate the rights of others, including their privacy • Vandalize data, programs, and/or networks All drivers are expected to follow posted speed signs and • Degrade or disrupt systems and/or equipment parking limitations. Special parking options may be made • Damage technology hardware or software available by contacting the Director of Physical Plant. For further • Spread computer viruses information, call 815/599-3501. • Gain unauthorized access to resources or entities Eating Regulations • Violate copyright laws Eating is allowed only in designated areas in the buildings. • Use technology for illegal purposes or purposes deemed objectionable by the college including accessing, viewing, downloading or transmitting child pornography • Install software not supported or approved by the College 25 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Highland Traditions School Colors: Brown, Orange, & White School Mascot: Cougar Music Groups: HCC Jazz Ensemble, Royal Scots, and Collegiate Choir Community Theater: Summerset Theater
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Academic Information
Student Classifications Scholastic Load
Twelve semester hours constitute the minimum full-time load; Freshman the normal full-time class load is 15-16 semester hours. More A degree-seeking student who has accumulated 29 semester than 18 hours may be carried by special permission of the hours or less of college-level course credit is considered to be a College's academic advisors. Students in most academic courses freshman. can expect to spend an average of two hours of preparation for Sophomore each hour of class. A degree-seeking student who has accumulated 30 semester The College reserves the right to restrict a student's course load hours or more of college-level course credit is considered to be to less than minimum full-time status or to assign students to a a sophomore. course. Such decisions may be based on review of the student's Special previous academic record and on results of tests given at the The following students fall into this category: time of registration.
1.) Adult/Continuing Education students, Students who are working more than 20 hours per week should reduce their class load proportionately. To achieve the best 2.) Students who already have an Associate degree or higher, academic record, it is recommended that students plan not to work during the first semester in college. 3.) Students who are seeking a certificate, and The suggested schedule for working students is as follows: 4.) Students not seeking a degree or certificate. Work Load Class Load Full-time Over 40 hours 6 credit hours or less A student who is registered for twelve or more semester hours 30 to 40 hours 4-9 credit hours during a regular semester, or six or more semester hours during 20 to 30 hours 6-12 credit hours a summer session is considered to be full-time. Less than 20 hours 9-17 credit hours Half-time A student who is registered for between six and eleven semes- Attendance ter hours during a regular semester or between three and five semester hours during a summer session is considered to be Regular attendance in classes is necessary if a student is to half-time. receive maximum benefits from the course work. Regular Part-time attendance is the student's responsibility. All absences and arrangements for make-up work are to be reported directly to A student who is registered for five semester hours or less the instructor, who is responsible for determining whether the during a regular semester, or two semester hours or less during absence is excused. a summer session is considered to be part-time. Instructors are requested to permit students to make up work missed because of prolonged illness, approved field trips, and activities sponsored by the College. In other cases, an instructor's own judgment is used regarding permission to make up work or excusing the absence.
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Grades requirements and to have the "I" changed to an appropriate letter grade. If the student does not complete requirements Grading System within the three weeks, the "I" will automatically be changed to Highland Community College uses the following letter grading an "F" or "U" depending on the grading options for that class. and grade-point system. Extensions will be handled on an individual basis.
A Excellent 4.00 Grade Points Audit B Good 3.00 Grade Points Students who want to take a course and not receive a final C Average 2.00 Grade Points grade may audit the course with the approval of the instructor. D Minimum Passing 1.00 Grade Point The course will appear on the student's permanent academic F Failure 0.00 Grade Points record with the AU (Audit) in place of a grade.
Because Highland does not receive any state funding for The following are not used in the computation of the grade- students who audit classes, students are required to pay an point average. additional tuition charge to offset this loss of funding. For additional information on auditing and tuition, students should S Satisfactory contact the Dean of Enrollment Services at 815/599-3486. R Repeat P Pass Withdrawal U Unsatisfactory Students who choose to withdraw from a course or are I Incomplete withdrawn by an instructor will receive a final grade of "W" on W Withdraw their academic record. See page 8 for information about AU Audit withdrawing from a course. PR Proficiency Credit Grade Reports Final grades can be viewed online in the student's R.O.A.R. account at the end of the semester. No hard copies of grades Course Repeats are mailed to the student's residence. Once a student receives a letter grade of A, B, C, P, or S in a course, the student cannot repeat the course unless he or she is Midterm grades can be viewed in the student's R.O.A.R. account willing to pay an additional charge per credit hour plus regular at a designated time. No hard copies of grades are mailed to tuition. Whenever a course is repeated, only the repeated grade the student's residence. will be used to calculate the cumulative grade-point average (GPA) at HCC. There are some courses in the catalog that are Academic Honors repeatable, by design, for additional credit, without the addi- Highest Honors, High Honors, and Honors lists are compiled tional charge. The number of times these courses may be and published at the end of each semester. Students enrolled in repeated for credit is noted in the course description. Students at least twelve semester hours of courses during the previous should contact the Office of Admissions and Records for semester will be recognized as follows based on their semester information on repeatable courses. grade-point average:
Incompletes Highest Honors GPA 4.00 An incomplete grade of "I" may be given, at the discretion of an High Honors GPA 3.50 - 3.99 instructor, when unusual circumstances prevent the student Honors GPA 3.25 - 3.49 from completing the requirements of the course in the sched- uled time. Students who receive an "I" for a final grade have three weeks into the next regular semester to complete
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Academic Standing Records at Highland. When the transcripts are received at All students are considered to be "in good standing" unless they Highland, the student will be sent a letter requesting that he/ are placed on academic probation or suspension. Students who she make an appointment to have the transcripts evaluated. have been placed on academic probation or academic suspen- Based on the evaluation, credit may or may not be allowed. sion can achieve good standing by meeting or exceeding the minimum grade-point average requirements stated in the section below. Occupational Course Guarantees Academic Probation It is the policy of the Board of Trustees that students graduating Students will be placed on academic probation and have it with an Associate of Applied Science degree in an occupational noted on their academic record if they fail to satisfy the program be guaranteed competency in the technical skills following requirements: represented in the degree. Should the graduate not be able to The student's cumulative grade-point average must be at least: demonstrate the basic skills expected to his or her employer, the student will be offered free tuition and lab fees for up to 15 1.75 after attempting 12 semester hours credit hours of retraining subject to the following conditions: 2.00 after attempting 24 semester hours A. The course work in which competency was expected to be All transfer credit will be used in calculating grade-point average developed for the degree must have been completed at for purposes of academic probation. HCC within three years of initial enrollment. B. The student must be employed full-time in a job directly Academic Suspension related to his/her program of study within one year of Students will be placed on academic suspension and have it graduation from the approved program at HCC. noted on their academic records if they meet any of the C. The employer must verify in writing, within 90 days of the following criteria: graduate's initial employment, that the graduate lacks 1.) The student has a cumulative grade-point average of 1.00 competency in specific technical skills, as represented in the or below after attempting six semester hours. degree. 2.) The student on academic probation fails to meet any of the D. A written retraining plan must be developed by the minimum grade-point average requirements for two or employer, the graduate, and the appropriate instructional more semesters and shows no academic progress. dean specifying the course(s) needed for retraining and the competencies to be demonstrated. Students placed on academic suspension will not be allowed to E. The retraining is limited to courses regularly offered by register for the next semester. Students who wish to return HCC and completed within one academic year of the date after their one-semester suspension will be required to have an the retraining plan is finalized. academic-advising session with an academic advisor. Students F. Prerequisites, co-requisites, and other admission should contact the Dean of Enrollment Services regarding requirements for retraining courses must be met and are appeals at 815/599-3486. not included in those courses covered in this guarantee. G. Should the student audit, withdraw or not receive a passing grade in a course identified in the retraining plan, it will be Transfer Credit From other Colleges and included in the 15 credit hour limit. Universities H. The Board will waive tuition and lab fees for those courses identified in the retraining plan, but the student must be Students who have attended other colleges and/or universities responsible for any other costs that might be associated and wish to have that credit applied to their degrees or certifi- with taking the course. cates at Highland will be required to have official transcripts from those schools sent to the Office of Admissions and
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This guarantee does not apply to those programs in which the state the reasons for the refusal offered by the institution; graduates are licensed, including but not limited to, Nursing. the name, position, address, and telephone number of the The guarantee becomes effective with students enrolling in person notifying the student of the refusal; and copies of summer 1993. Furthermore, the sole recourse available to any correspondence or documentation provided by the participants enrolled in this guarantee program shall be limited transfer institution. to retraining in the appropriate class with no recourse for damages, court costs, or any associated costs of any kind or right to appeal beyond those specified by Highland Community The College will first attempt to resolve the issue with the College. transfer institution. If favorable resolution is not achieved within 120 days, the reimbursement will be authorized. This policy becomes effective with students enrolling for the first time at Transfer Course Guarantees HCC fall semester, 2003. Furthermore, the sole recourse available to participants enrolled pursuant to this guarantee It is the policy of the Board of Trustees that students graduating program shall be limited to tuition reimbursement of the class with an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree from at the time of enrollment, with no recourse for damages, court Highland Community College be guaranteed the acceptance of costs, or any associated costs of any kind or the right to appeal baccalaureate credits earned at HCC by the transfer institution, beyond those specified by Highland Community College. backed by an offer of a refund of tuition for any courses not accepted, subject to the conditions listed below.
A. The application for a refund must be submitted within one calendar year of completion or graduation with a transfer Credit for Prior Learning degree from HCC. B. The course must have been completed with a grade of "C" Students with previous academic training, on-the-job experi- or better. ences, military training, and other past learning activities can C. The refund would be based upon tuition paid at the time translate their acquired knowledge into college credit through the course was completed. the various following options. D. The student has met with an academic advisor from HCC, CLEP (College Level Examination Program) declared a major and a transfer college or university prior Contact the Dean of Enrollment Services for acceptance to taking any courses in the guarantee, and taking only information. CLEP credit will be allowed for subject examina- those courses approved in writing by the advisor. tions only. Prior approval must be obtained from the appropri- E. The student transfers to the college or university declared ate division office and the Dean of Enrollment Services before and approved as in section "D" above within two years of tests are taken and scores submitted. initial enrollment at HCC. F. The student requests an evaluation by the transfer Advanced Placement Credit/College Board institution of the HCC courses completed immediately Testing upon transfer. Proficiency credit may be awarded for specific scores of G. The student cooperates with HCC personnel in resolving advanced placement classes taken in high school. Official scores any transfer difficulties by notifying the College and must be sent to the Dean of Enrollment Services. Contact the submitting any necessary consents or releases for student Dean of Enrollment Services for Advanced Placement scores records or correspondence. accepted for college credit. H. The student submits within 60 days of being notified by the PEP (Proficiency Examination Program) transfer institution that the course has been refused for PEP credit will be allowed for specific nursing courses only. credit and makes a claim for the refund. The claim must Students must make arrangements with the Director of Nursing for testing and test specifics.
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Military Experience High School/HCC Articulation Agreements College-level credit will be awarded to veterans based upon recommendations listed in the most recent Guide to the Articulation Agreements With Area High Schools Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services. If Highland Community College has credit by articulation agree- requested, up to four semester hours of physical education ments with in-district high schools. These agreements allow activity credit will be awarded to veterans whose DD214 verifies college-enrolled high school graduates to receive college credits at least one year of "active duty" or more upon request. in English and mathematics for successful completion of high Contact the Office of Admissions and Records at 815/235- school English and mathematics requirements. 6121 for more information. Proficiency credit for ENGL 121, Rhetoric and Composition I, will be granted for those students meeting the following requirements: Credit by Proficiency Students can earn up to 25% of the credit hours required for an 1. Completion of four years of high school English with a GPA HCC degree or certificate by successfully completing profi- of 2.0 or better. ciency tests. Proficiency tests are best suited for students with 2. Completion of senior year, college-prep English with a considerable academic and life experiences. grade of "B" or better. To take proficiency tests at Highland, a student must first be 3. Placement exam results show a writing competency level formally admitted to the College. Students are also encouraged that suggests probable success in the advanced writing to meet with an HCC advisor or instructor for an assessment of course. their qualifications before taking proficiency exams. Students must pay a non-refundable administrative fee of $25 and non- 4. Proficiency credit for ENGL 121, will be granted upon refundable tuition of $25/credit hour before taking the test. completion of ENGL 122, Rhetoric and Composition II, with a grade of "C" or better. The tests may include a written or oral exam, portfolio review, history of on-the-job experiences, or any combination of the Proficiency credit for MATH 166, College Algebra, will be above. granted for those students meeting the following requirements:
Following successful completion of proficiency tests, credit will 1. High School completion of math courses containing at least be granted and will appear on the student's official HCC 80% of course content of college MATH 166, College transcript. Proficiency credit carries no grade value and does not Algebra. affect a student's grade-point average. It cannot be used to fulfill the residency requirements of HCC degrees. 2. Math placement exam results place the student in a math course above MATH 166. Proficiency credit earned at other accredited institutions will be accepted at Highland providing the course for which the test 3. Proficiency credit for MATH 166 will be granted upon was taken is equivalent to an HCC course and as long as the completion of college MATH 167 or above, except MATH institution recorded the credit on a student's official transcript. 177, with a grade of "C" or better.
Interested students should contact the Office of Admissions and Records for details at 815/235-6121.
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Dual Credit Through Highland Community College A variety of courses are available in technical and transfer areas. Depending on Career and Technical program and course Many students participate in a state approved program known availability, students may earn from 3 to over 20 college credits as “Dual Credit,” whereby high school or home schooled before their high school graduation. In some cases, the tuition students take college-level courses at their vocational center, for Career and Technical courses is paid by the vocational local school, or at one of the Highland Community College system or local school district. Students may be required to pay campuses. An approved instructor delivers courses, and the course fees and the cost of textbooks. Students and their student may receive college credit as well as high school credit. parents or guardians are encouraged to check with their local high school counselors for course availability and advising. Students must complete the same pre-requisites, course Students in dual credit courses must be over age 16, and have content, and evaluation of outcomes as in the traditional college the approval of their school before registering. course. Course grades are recorded on the HCC transcript in the same manner as regularly enrolled college students and may For more information regarding transfer course dual credit, be used toward a Career and Technical Education degree, a contact the Dean of Arts, Sciences and Learning at 599-3531, certificate program at HCC, or transferred to other colleges. and for additional information about career and technical They may also be used as information presented to a prospec- course dual credit, contact the Dean of Business and Technol- tive employer to verify training and competencies. ogy at 599-3604.
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Graduation Certificates Students must: Degree Checks Students working toward completion of a degree or certificate 1. Successfully complete the minimum number of semester should consult with an advisor for a preliminary degree evalua- hours required for a certificate (number varies). tion the semester prior to degree or certificate completion. 2. Have a grade point average of 2.00 or higher for the Official degree evaluations will be performed by the Dean of courses that apply toward each certificate. Enrollment Services after the student files an Intent to Graduate form during the semester of intended completion. 3. Complete one-half (½) of the required semester hours for the certificate at Highland.
Graduation Requirements 4. File an Intent to Graduate form, available at the Office of Admissions of Records, by the appropriate deadline. Associate Degrees Fall Graduation - First Monday in November Students must: Spring Graduation - First Monday in March 1. Successfully complete the minimum number of semester hours required for a degree (62). Summer Graduation - First Monday in May
2. Have an overall cumulative grade-point average (including transfer credits) of 2.00 or higher. The Graduation Ceremony Students receiving degrees or certificates at the end of fall, 3. Complete a minimum of 30 semester hours at Highland spring, or summer semesters are requested to participate in the with the last 15 hours completed in residency for degree graduation ceremony. Graduation ceremonies are held on programs. Under certain circumstances, exceptions to either the second or third Saturday in May. After the student residency rules may be granted. Contact the Dean of has filed his/her Intent to Graduate form, the Office of Enrollment Services for further information. Admissions and Records will mail the student a letter providing 4. Receive a passing grade on a test covering the Constitution information on cap and gown distribution and any other special of the State of Illinois and of the United States, as required dates pertaining to graduation. by Senate Bill 251. Illinois high school graduates must provide an official transcript that denotes this Graduation Honors accomplishment. All other students should contact the Highest Honors, High Honors, or Honors will be indicated on Office of Admissions and Records to make arrangements the official transcript of those attaining an Associate Degree to take the exam early during the semester the student will based on the cumulative grade-point average (including transfer graduate. credit) as follows: 5. File an Intent to Graduate form, available at the Office of Highest Honors cum. GPA 4.00 Admissions and Records, by the appropriate deadline. High Honors cum. GPA 3.50-3.99 Fall Graduation - First Monday in November Honors cum. GPA 3.25-3.49 Spring Graduation - First Monday in March
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Transferring Credit to Other Colleges & Transcripts Universities Students who want to have transcripts of their Highland Highland is fully accredited by the North Central Association of academic work sent to other colleges/universities or employers Colleges and Schools that facilitates the transfer of credit to must make the request in writing or by logging into their online other colleges and universities. Careful planning of the educa- account. A Transcript Request form is available in the Office of tional program with an academic advisor should help students Admissions and Records as well as our website - to transfer to another college or university. www.highland.edu. Highland will not send copies of other college/university or high school transcripts. Students who want Students who earn the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science a copy of their Highland transcript for their personal use must degree and transfer to Northern Illinois University, Western follow the same procedure; the transcript will be stamped Illinois University, Illinois State University, Southern Illinois ISSUED TO STUDENT and will state that it is unofficial. University, Eastern Illinois University, University of Illinois at Transcripts will not be issued to students with unpaid account Springfield, or the University of Wisconsin-Platteville will be balances. accepted by the universities as juniors and as having met lower division university general-education requirements. Students planning to transfer to other colleges or universities are encouraged to contact an academic advisor for assistance. Release of Student Information
Please refer to the Illinois Articulation Initiative in this catalog The "Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974," also for other transfer information. known as the "Buckley Amendment," or Public Law 93-380, as amended restricts access to student records by third parties. Highland Community College will release information to third parties only with written permission of the student. However, Columbia College the College will comply with any lawful judicial order, decree, subpoena, and/or process that may compel production of Columbia College at Highland Community College is fully information. accredited by the North Central Association and approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Columbia College has The law does provide for the release of specific information five eight-week sessions a year and full-time on-site advising. about students without their written permission; this is classified Evening and Saturday classes are offered, plus a wide variety of as directory information. The following is considered directory courses, flexible class schedules, online classes, dedicated staff information and it can be released as public information: and faculty, affordable tuition, and financial aid. All students awarded an Associate of Science or Arts degree at Highland 1.) Name, address, telephone number, e-mail address Community College complete the general-education require- 2.) Major field of study ments for a Columbia College baccalaureate degree. 3.) Participation in intercollegiate athletics, including height and weight Degrees offered: 4.) Dates of attendance and enrollment status • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 5.) Degrees, honors, and awards received • Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration 6.) Previous educational agencies or institutions attended • Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration (online) NOTE: A student who objects to having his/her directory • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (some online courses) information released must file a notice of objection with the • Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies Dean of Enrollment Services. A "confidentiality hold" will For more information on Columbia College and its programs, then be placed on the computer. call 815/599-3585, or visit them on the web at www.ccis.edu/ freeport.
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A student may inspect any permanent record that contains word processing. Software discussed includes Windows information about the student. To do so, the student must Operating System, Microsoft Word, and Internet use. request permission to inspect the files in writing and allow the Office of Admissions and Records reasonable time to comply Short-term Training is a computer-based instructional program with the request. Information may be produced within 45 days to help students learn to practice and apply basic entry-level from receipt of the written request. skills in food service, health, maintenance, retail, clerical, and customer service as well as basic keyboarding. Students may get tips on job search, interviewing, and may develop a resume in a one-on-one format. Adult Education The Highland Adult Education Program provides the adult The Even Start Family Literacy program offers a parent of a student with the opportunity to assess and achieve educational child aged birth-8 the opportunity to participate in a range of skills that should be valuable in meeting high school equivalency free services to supplement their Adult Education classes requirements, entering into training programs, promotion in including: Early Childhood Education while the parent attends industry, admission to college, or for personal satisfaction. class, Parent/child activities, and Parenting Education. Instruction uses adult-oriented materials, computer-aided There is no tuition charge for the regularly scheduled Adult instruction and volunteers to support adults in acquiring skills Education Programs. This program is offered on the HCC and knowledge needed to meet their goals. campus and at HCC West in Elizabeth, Savanna, and Mt. Morris. GED Preparation prepares students to take the GED test For more information about Adult Education classes, call 815/ through individualized study in math, writing, social studies, 599-3460. science, literature, and the Constitution test. GED testing services are provided through the Regional Office of Education. Instructional options: classroom, computerized, one-on-one, Community Education video, and on-line. Community Education courses are non-credit and non-voca- GED On-line uses structured web-based instruction that tional, and are geared to appeal to the general public. Courses prepares learners for successful GED completion. An Adult may include skills, homemaking, arts/crafts, hobby/leisure Education instructor provides periodic assessment and support. activities, personal development, foreign languages, music, health, physical education, and general education. GED Plus is a series of classes and services designed to transi- tion GED grads to employment or higher education. Compo- nents include: GED test preparation, Computer Basics, Short- The Senior College term Training, Transition Workshops, and meetings with an HCC or employment advisor. Senior College courses are designed specifically for students ages 50 years and older. For information, call 815/599-3418. Students in Adult Basic Skills classes learn basic skills in reading, math, industrial math, writing, and basic computer applications. (Tutors are available for adults desiring to focus on skill development.)
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes offer non-English speaking adults an opportunity to learn basic English. Foreign- born adults with some knowledge of English may improve their reading, speaking, and writing skills in intermediate and upper- level ESL classes.
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Retired and Senior Volunteer Program In addition to helping your business coordinate its training Highland serves as a sponsoring organization for RSVP, the needs, the Business Institute works with a variety of state Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. This Corporation for agencies that offer training grants to offset the cost of National Service Program places adult volunteers who are age workforce development training. Highland's Business Institute 55 and over with educational, social, and service organizations will not only help local business and industry employers obtain in the role of providing volunteer service to the community. In available grants, but is available to help provide the necessary addition to providing transportation, assistance with mailings, administration of the grant funds. and aides in nursing homes and schools, RSVP volunteers For more information, contact the Business Institute at provide specific services and programs to communities in the 815/232-1362, fax 815/232-1366, or e-mail College district. For further information about the RSVP [email protected]. program, call 815/599-3491. Small Business Development Center Business Institute The Highland Community College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) through the Highland Business Institute can help Businesses, large and small, need to keep up with the changing both current business owners and start-up ventures. Serving a marketplace, changing technology, and changing customer six-county area in northwest Illinois (Jo Daviess, Stephenson, demands. For many, remaining competitive depends on your Carroll, Ogle, Whiteside, and Lee), the SBDC serves as a guide employees learning new skills and knowledge while your for small businesses and source for business information. organizations refines its procedures and processes. Businesses that invest in training their employees know they can back in The following services are provided by the SBDC: productivity and safety far more than the cost of training. • Help with business decisions - The SBDC offers confidential From assessment to solution, the Business Institute at Highland one-on-one business counseling with the SBDC Community College has provided high quality workforce Coordinator. training to local companies and organizations. For more that 14 • Financial analysis and loan packaging assistance - Get help years, the Institute's consultants, trainers, and program manag- determining your financial needs and find out what bank ers have years of industry-specific experience and are carefully loan officers require from your business to meet those chosen to match each client's company culture. The Business needs. Institute takes pride in ensuring that both the training design • Comprehensive business plan - Learn what components and delivery is compatible with your company's specific comprise a business plan and how to "get your thoughts on workforce needs. paper." Highland's Business Institute is the right choice for companies • Marketing strategy - The SBDC will help you use the four seeking to excel in a fast-moving and competitive marketplace. Ps (price, product, placement, and promotion) to develop a Call 815/232-1362 for more details on: strategic marketing plan tailored for your business. • Government programs - Through a network of resources, • Effective business practices and supervisory training the SBDC is able to provide contacts and information • Lean manufacturing and manufacturing process regarding loans and government-backed programs. • Quality programs • Survival Spanish • Computer training New programs are under development. Call for details. Schedule an appointment with the SBDC Director at Clients include employers with 7 employees and those with more than 300. Partnering with the chambers of commerce, 815/599-3654 in Freeport, programs are offered to meet the specific work schedules and 815/288-5511, ext. 1320 in Dixon staffing demands of all small businesses.
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Illinois Articulation Initiative
The Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) is a comprehensive, requirement that is beyond the scope of the Illinois General statewide articulation effort among colleges and universities in Education Core Curriculum. Illinois. The purpose of the Illinois Articulation Initiative is to 2. Students admitted in transfer who have satisfactorily identify common curriculum requirements across associate and completed the Illinois General Education Core Curriculum baccalaureate degrees and across institutions in order to at any regionally accredited Illinois college or university facilitate student transfer. The Illinois Transferable General prior to transfer should be granted credit in lieu of the Education Core Curriculum identifies the common general receiving institution's all-campus, lower division general education coursework. The Board of Higher Education's policies education requirement for an associate or baccalaureate on transfer ask community and junior colleges to incorporate degree. A receiving institution may, however, require the Illinois transferable General Education Core Curriculum into admitted transfer students to complete an institution-wide their requirements for AA and AS degrees. and/or mission-related graduation requirement that is beyond the scope of the Illinois General Education Core The Baccalaureate Majors' Recommendations build on the Curriculum. transferable General Education Core Curriculum by identifying 3. Students admitted in transfer who have satisfactorily major and prerequisite courses that students need to complete completed courses within the Illinois General Education to transfer as a junior into the specific major. Each major Core Curriculum at a regionally accredited Illinois college or recommendation explicitly encourages community and junior university should be granted credit towards fulfilling the college students to complete an AA or AS degree prior to receiving institution's comparable all-campus, lower transfer. division general education requirement. Associate and baccalaureate degree-granting institutions are 4. Students admitted in transfer who have met program entry equal partners in providing the first two years of baccalaureate requirements and have satisfactorily completed courses degree programs in Illinois. While each institution is ultimately described in an Illinois Articulation Initiative Baccalaureate responsible for the quality of the programs it provides, both Major Curriculum Recommendation at a regionally associate and baccalaureate degree-granting institutions are accredited Illinois college or university should be granted expected to work together to assure that their lower-division credit towards fulfilling the receiving institution's baccalaureate programs are comparable in scope, quality, and comparable lower division requirements for that specific intellectual rigor. major. Where admission is competitive, completion of a Baccalaureate Major Recommendation does not guarantee Any student admitted in transfer to an Illinois baccalaureate admission. degree-granting institution should be granted standing compa- rable to current students who have completed the same Highland's Participation in the Illinois number of baccalaureate-level credit hours and should be able to progress toward degree completion at a rate comparable to Articulation Initiative that of students who entered the baccalaureate institution as As a participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative, Highland first-time freshmen. To assure students of comparable treat- Community College will observe the following procedures ment, it is expected that: concerning the adoption and implementation of the agree- ments associated with the IAI: 1. Students admitted in transfer who have earned an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree from a • The IAI agreement went into effect for students entering regionally accredited Illinois community or junior college an associate or baccalaureate degree-granting institution as whose general-education requirement for the degree a first-time freshman in the summer of 1998 and incorporates the Illinois General Education Core thereafter. In anticipation of this initiative, Highland Curriculum will have met the receiving institution's all- implemented the transferable General Education Core campus, lower division, general education requirement for Curriculum, effective with the fall of 1997. the baccalaureate degree. A receiving institution may, however, require admitted transfer students to complete an institution-wide and/or mission-related graduation 37 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
• Completion of the AA or AS degrees starting with the • Students who do not complete the core curriculum at 1998-1999 school year will be certified as completing the Highland may not transfer credits back to complete the IAI General Education Core Curriculum. core. However, students may continue to transfer back a maximum of 15 credit hours to complete a degree. • Students must formally request the Office of Admissions and Records to certify the completion of the IAI General • Highland Community College will waive a fraction of a Education Core Curriculum by checking the appropriate semester hour completed in an approved course of the box on the Transcript Request Form. core at a participating college or university. However, students must complete a minimum of 40-42 semester • Completion of the IAI General Education Core Curriculum hours to satisfy the Highland College core curriculum will be noted on the official transcript. requirements. • Highland will recognize all of the courses on the approved • While the major core courses identified in Phase II will be list of courses taken at any participating college or accepted in transfer by baccalaureate institutions, it is university for credit toward fulfilling Highland's core understood that they may or may not substitute for curriculum requirements. professional coursework required for the major. The • Courses with a grade of "D" are acceptable for evaluation courses will be accepted as general electives if not accepted for the core curriculum requirements; however, a minimum as core or elective courses in the major. grade of "C" is required in both writing classes required in • Students who have not decided on a major should begin the Communications component of the IAI General their studies by enrolling in courses within the transferable Education Core Curriculum. Students must have a IAI General Education Core Curriculum. They should seek minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA in order to be certified as assistance from an academic advisor regarding career having completed the IAI General Education Core planning since delay in selecting a major may extend the Curriculum and to receive an AA or AS degree. time necessary to complete a degree. Furthermore, once a • In order to be certified as having completed the student has begun work in a particular major, a change in transferable IAI General Education Core Curriculum, major may increase the number of credits needed to students need to complete a minimum of 15 credit hours complete a bachelor's degree because some courses of the core in residence at Highland Community College. completed for the original major may no longer fulfill the requirements for the new major. • Evaluation of courses taken at out-of-state or at non- participating in-state, accredited colleges and universities All Highland Community College courses that apply to IAI will be completed by the Office of Admissions and Records General Education Core Curriculum and Major areas will have upon receipt of official academic transcripts. Courses an official IAI course code listed at the end of each course accepted in transfer may apply to AA or AS degree description. Please refer to the course description section of requirement, but may not be certified under the IAI this catalog that begins on page 123. General Education Core Curriculum. NOTE: Updated, state-approved lists of General Education and • Students transferring into Highland who have not earned Major area courses are available on the internet at: baccalaureate-oriented AA or AS degrees prior to http://www.iTransfer.org attending Highland and who have not been certified as having fulfilled the IAI General Education Core Curriculum must fulfill Highland's core curriculum requirements in order to earn AA, AS, or AES degrees.
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Academic Programs
Programs Available
Highland Community College offers educational programs 6. A cumulative grade point of 2.0 (C) or higher based on designed to transfer into a baccalaureate program at senior credits earned at Highland and any credit accepted in institutions, lead directly to employment, or satisfy a special transfer. interest. The College offers programs of study leading to associate degrees and a variety of certificates. Students who 7. Courses with "F" grade will not count toward the total plan to transfer to earn a baccalaureate degree should plan to semester hours required for graduation. earn an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Arts in Teaching 8. A maximum of four (4) hours towards the general (ICCB/IBHE Approval Pending), Associate of Science degree education electives requirements and the Associate of Arts and in some instances an Associate of Engineering Science and Associate of Science degree may be taken in activities degree. Students who desire to develop an individualized courses such as speech and theatre, physical education, and program of study to meet their personal and vocational goals music. Highland Community College recognizes the may earn the Associate of General Studies degree. Students importance of educating its students in a wide range of who desire to take course work leading directly to employment course curricula to prepare them for the responsibilities should enroll in a Certificate Program or an Associate of Applied that they share as citizens in a free and changing society. Science degree. Each student who receives a degree from Highland General Requirements for an Associate Degree: Community College will be required to complete a series of 1. Enrollment at Highland for the last 12 approved semester general education courses. hours applied to a degree preceding graduation or earning at least 30 approved semester hours of credit at Highland.
2. Successful completion of at least 62 semester hours of college credit.
3. Successful completion of courses in a curriculum of study as presented in this catalog and aligned with the designated major field of study.
4. A passing grade on the test covering the Constitutions of the State of Illinois and of the United States as required by Senate Bill 195. Successful completion of the test in high school satisfies this requirement.
5. One year of high school geometry with a grade of "C" or better, or a score of 10 or above on the ACT Geometry section or placement test proficiency.
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Associate of Arts Degree Requirements Mathematics 3 Semester Hours These requirements are for students planning to transfer to Credit hours are noted in parenthesis four-year colleges or universities. Associate of Arts program MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Math (4) guidelines are listed in the program description portion of this MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I (5) catalog that begins on page 47. MATH 171 Finite Mathematics (4) Communications 9 Semester Hours MATH 172 Calculus for Business & Social Science (3) All courses are 3 credit hours MATH 174 Math for Elementary Teachers II (3) MATH 177 Statistics (3) ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II (5) ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II MATH 269 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III (4) SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech
Humanities and Fine Arts 12 Semester Hours Physical and Life Science 7 Semester Hours At least one course must be chosen from Fine Arts and one At least one course must be chosen from Life Sciences and one course must be chosen from Humanities. course chosen from Physical Sciences. One course must include a laboratory. Credit hours are noted in parenthesis. Courses Humanities (all courses are 3 credit hours unless indicated by a indicating 4 or 5 credit hours will automatically have a labora- number in parenthesis) tory component included in the course.
ENGL 223 Introduction to Fiction Life Sciences ENGL 224 Introduction to Poetry ENGL 225 American Literature I BIOL 109 Plants and Society (3) ENGL 226 American Literature II BIOL 110 Principles of Biology (4) ENGL 227 British Literature I BIOL 116 Introduction to Ecology (4) ENGL 228 British Literature II BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (5) ENGL 229 Introduction to Shakespeare BIOL 124 Microbes and Society (3) PHIL 180 Survey of World Religions BIOL 213 Anatomy and Physiology I (4) PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy PHIL 282 Ethics Physical Sciences
Fine Arts (all courses are 3 credit hours unless indicated by a CHEM 120 General Chemistry (4) number in parenthesis) CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I (5) GEOL 126 Geology (4) ART 110 Introduction to Art NSCI 131 Physical Science (3) ART 215 Art History I NSCI 131 Physical Science Lab (1) ART 216 Art History II NSCI 132 Physical Geography (4) ART 219 Art History III NSCI 133 Introduction to Astronomy with Lab (4) HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities NSCI 134 Introduction to Astronomy (3) HUMA 106 Introduction to Humanities II NSCI 232 Fundamentals of Meteorology (3) MUS 267 Introduction to Music NSCI 232 Meteorology Lab (1) MUS 268 Introduction to Music of the USA PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I (4) SPCH 290 Introduction to Film PHYS 143 General Physics I (4) THEA 196 Introduction to Theatre
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Social and Behavioral Sciences 9 Semester Hours At least one course must be chosen from HIST or POL and course selections must include two different subject areas. All courses are 3 credit hours.
ECON 111 Principles of Economics I ECON 112 Principles of Economics II GEOG 132 Regional Geography of the World GEOG 233 Economic Geography HIST 141 Western Civilization I HIST 142 Western Civilization II HIST 143 U. S. History I HIST 144 U. S. History II HIST 243 History of Africa I HIST 244 History of Africa II POL 151 Introduction to Political Science POL 152 American Government & Politics POL 153 State and Local Government POL 253 International Relations POL 254 Introduction to Comparative Government PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology PSY 162 Child Psychology PSY 262 Human Growth & Development PSY 264 Social Psychology SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 177 Introduction to Anthropology SOCI 210 Introduction to Archaeology SOCI 271 Social Problems SOCI 274 The Family SOCI 276 Racism and Diversity in Contemporary Society
Major/Minor Electives 22 Semester Hours
MINIMUM HOURS FOR DEGREE: 62 Semester Hours
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Associate of Science Degree Requirements Mathematics 7 Semester Hours Credit hours are noted in parenthesis
These requirements are for students planning to transfer to MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Math (4) four-year colleges or universities. Associate of Science program MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I (5) guidelines are listed in the program description portion of this MATH 171 Finite Mathematics (4) catalog that begins on page 47. MATH 172 Calculus for Business & Social Science (3) Communications 9 Semester Hours MATH 174 Math for Elementary Teachers II (3) All courses are 3 credit hours MATH 177 Statistics (3) MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II (5) ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I MATH 269 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III (4) ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech Physical and Life Science 8 Semester Hours Humanities and Fine Arts 9 Semester Hours At least one course must be chosen from Life Sciences and one At least one course must be chosen from Fine Arts and one course chosen from Physical Sciences. Both courses must course must be chosen from Humanities. include a laboratory. Courses indicating 4 or 5 credit hours will automatically have a laboratory component included in the Humanities (all courses are 3 credit hours unless indicated by a course. number in parenthesis) Life Sciences ENGL 223 Introduction to Fiction ENGL 224 Introduction to Poetry BIOL 110 Principles of Biology (4) ENGL 225 American Literature I BIOL 116 Introduction to Ecology (4) ENGL 226 American Literature II BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (5) ENGL 227 British Literature I BIOL 213 Anatomy and Physiology I (4) ENGL 228 British Literature II ENGL 229 Introduction to Shakespeare Physical Sciences PHIL 180 Survey of World Religions PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy CHEM 120 General Chemistry (4) PHIL 282 Ethics CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I (5) GEOL 126 Geology (4) Fine Arts (all courses are 3 credit hours unless indicated by a NSCI 131 Physical Science (3) number in parenthesis) NSCI 131 Physical Science Lab (1) NSCI 132 Physical Geography (4) ART 110 Introduction to Art NSCI 133 Introduction to Astronomy with lab (4) ART 215 Art History I NSCI 232 Fundamentals of Meteorology (3) ART 216 Art History II NSCI 232 Meteorology Lab (1) ART 219 Art History III PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I (4) HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities PHYS 143 General Physics I (4) HUMA 106 Introduction to Humanities II MUS 267 Introduction to Music MUS 268 Introduction to Music of the USA SPCH 290 Introduction to Film THEA 196 Introduction to Theatre
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Social and Behavioral Sciences 9 Semester Hours At least one course must be chosen from HIST or POL and course selections must include two different subject areas. All courses are 3 credit hours.
ECON 111 Principles of Economics I ECON 112 Principles of Economics II GEOG 132 Regional Geography of the World GEOG 233 Economic Geography HIST 141 Western Civilization I HIST 142 Western Civilization II HIST 143 U. S. History I HIST 144 U. S. History II HIST 143 History of Africa I HIST 244 History of Africa II POL 151 Introduction to Political Science POL 152 American Government & Politics POL 153 State and Local Government POL 253 International Relations POL 254 Introduction to Comparative Government PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology PSY 162 Child Psychology PSY 262 Human Growth & Development PSY 264 Social Psychology SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 177 Introduction to Anthropology SOCI 210 Introduction to Archaeology SOCI 271 Social Problems SOCI 274 The Family SOCI 276 Racism & Diversity in Contemporary Society
Major/Minor Electives 20 Semester Hours
MINIMUM HOURS FOR DEGREE: 62 Semester Hours
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Associate of Engineering Science Social and Behavioral Sciences 9 Semester Hours Degree Requirements Some transfer institutions prefer a two-course sequence for this requirement: (See an academic advisor for appropriate These requirements are for students planning to transfer to course selections). All courses are 3 credit hours. four-year colleges or universities. Associate of Engineering Science program guideline is listed in the program description ECON 111 Principles of Economics I portion of this catalog that begins on page 47. ECON 112 Principles of Economics II Communications 9 Semester Hours GEOG 132 Regional Geography of the World GEOG 233 Economic Geography All courses are 3 credit hours HIST 141 Western Civilization I ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I HIST 142 Western Civilization II ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II HIST 143 U. S. History I SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech HIST 144 U. S. History II Humanities and Fine Arts 9 Semester Hours HIST 243 History of Africa I HIST 244 History of Africa II Some transfer institutions prefer a two-course sequence for this POL 151 Introduction to Political Science requirement: (See an academic advisor for appropriate course POL 152 American Government & Politics selections). POL 153 State and Local Government Humanities (all courses are 3 credit hours unless indicated by a POL 253 International Relations number in parenthesis) POL 254 Introduction to Comparative Government PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology ENGL 223 Introduction to Fiction PSY 162 Child Psychology ENGL 224 Introduction to Poetry PSY 262 Human Growth & Development ENGL 225 American Literature I PSY 264 Social Psychology ENGL 226 American Literature II SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology ENGL 227 British Literature I SOCI 177 Introduction to Anthropology ENGL 228 British Literature II SOCI 210 Introduction to Archaeology ENGL 229 Introduction to Shakespeare SOCI 271 Social Problems PHIL 180 Survey of World Religions SOCI 274 The Family PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy SOCI 276 Racism & Diversity in Contemporary Society PHIL 282 Ethics
Fine Arts (all courses are 3 credit hours unless indicated by a Engineering Prerequisite and Specialty Courses number in parenthesis) 40 Semester Hours ART 110 Introduction to Art Hours in this area need to be chosen with the help of an advisor ART 215 Art History I so that proper selection is made in regard to the specialty area. ART 216 Art History II Please see page 81 of this catalog for specific course recom- ART 219 Art History III mendations. HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities HUMA 106 Introduction to Humanities II MINIMUM HOURS FOR DEGREE: MUS 267 Introduction to Music 67 Semester Hours MUS 268 Introduction to Music of the USA SPCH 290 Introduction to Film THEA 196 Introduction to Theatre
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Associate of General Studies Degree Humanities 3 Semester Hours Requirements ART 110 Introduction to Art ART 215 Art History I This degree is designed to meet the individual needs of students ART 216 Art History II who have educational goals that are not related to career ART 219 Art History III education or a baccalaureate program. It is not for students who ENGL 222 Modern Literature are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university. ENGL 223 Introduction to Fiction Students interested in pursuing this degree must complete an ENGL 224 Introduction to Poetry approved plan of study with an academic advisor prior to ENGL 225 American Literature I enrolling in the final 32 hours of the program. An advisor or the ENGL 226 American Literature II Dean of Enrollment Services must make all changes to the ENGL 227 British Literature I program. ENGL 228 British Literature II Communications 6 Semester Hours ENGL 229 Introduction to Shakespeare ENGL 121 Rhetoric & Composition I OR HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities BUSN 141 Management Communications HUMA 106 Introduction to Humanities II COMM 101 Technical Communications AND HUMA 105 The Arts in Contemporary Society SPCH 190 Effective Business Speaking OR HUMA 201 Introduction to Women's Studies SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech MUS 267 Introduction to Music MUS 268 Introduction to Music of the USA Computational Skills 3-4 Semester Hours MUS 269 Modern American Music/Study of Rock & Roll BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business, PHIL 180 Survey of World Religions BUSN 221 Business Statistics OR PHIL 185 Introduction to Religion any MATH course numbered 162 or above. PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy PHIL 282 Ethics Physical Environment 4 Semester Hours PHIL 283 Introduction to Logic Any BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, NSCI, or PHYS lab course, AGRI 284 SPCH 193 Oral Interpretation of Literature Introductory Soils, or AGRI 286 Field Crop Science. SPCH 194 Introduction to Broadcasting SPCH 195 Radio and Television Production Social Environment 6 Semester Hours SPCH 290 Introduction to Film Courses must be chosen from two areas: EDUC, GEOG, HIST, SPCH 291 Non-Verbal Communication POL, PSY, or SOCI SPCH 292 Contemporary Argumentation SPCH 293 Small Group Communication Business Environment 3 Semester Hours SPCH 294 Leadership Development HMEC 225 Consumer Economics or any ACCT, BUSN, ECON, THEA 187 Introduction to Technical Theatre I INFT course THEA 196 Introduction to Theatre THEA 296 Introduction to Technical Theatre II
Major/Minor Electives 36-37 Semester Hours Chosen by student and Academic Advisor. Any course desig- nated as T, V, or O in the course description section of this catalog may be chosen.
MINIMUM HOURS FOR DEGREE: 62 Semester Hours
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Associate of Applied Science Comprehensive Agreement and Degree Requirements Cooperative Agreement Programs
This degree offers students the opportunity to complete a two- Highland Community College has a Comprehensive Agreement year occupational or career-oriented degree. This degree is not with Carl Sandburg College, Illinois Central College, Illinois intended for transfer to a four-year college or university. Valley Community College, Kishwaukee College, Sauk Valley General education courses comprise 25% of the course College, and Waubonsee College. This agreement allows requirements of each program. Specific program requirements students from the Highland Community College district to for each of the several Associate of Applied Science degree enroll in any ICCB approved occupational credit-bearing programs are listed in the program description portion of this certificate or applied science degree program not offered by catalog. Highland Community College. Enrollment requires the approval of the Highland Community College Vice President of Aca- demic and Student Services.
Certificate Programs Program courses covered by the Comprehensive Agreement are usually offered at the college with the approved program or Certificate programs require six to 66 credit hours for comple- certificate but some courses may also be offered at Highland tion. These programs are career-oriented, and are not intended Community College. Tuition is paid to the college offering the for transfer to a four-year college or university. Specific program courses that the student enrolls in any semester. requirements for each of the several certificate programs are Highland Community College has a Cooperative Agreement listed in the program description portion of this catalog. with Rock Valley College providing Highland Community College district students access to the programs listed below.
Cooperative Agreement with Rock Valley College: Aviation Maintenance Technology (AAS/Certificate) Building Construction Technology (AAS/Certificate) Criminal Justice (AAS/Certificate) Fire Science (AAS/Certificate) Quality Engineering Technology (AAS/Certificate) Respiratory Therapy (AAS) Surgical Technology (Certificate) Dental Hygiene (AAS)
Students interested in programs not offered at Highland Community College should make initial contact with the office of Admissions and Records for more information. Required forms and final approval will need to be obtained from the office of the Vice President of Academic and Student Services.
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ACCOUNTING (203)
Associate of Applied Science Required Business Courses 46 Sem. Hrs ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ACCT 115 Computer Applications/Accounting 2 * ACCT 116 Introduction to Payroll Accounting 2 This degree program prepares the student for entry-level positions * ACCT 211 Federal Income Tax Accounting 3 in private business and industry by offering a wide variety of * ACCT 213 Financial Accounting 4 courses in accounting, business, data processing, mathematics, * ACCT 214 Managerial Accounting 4 communications, writing, and economics. * BUSN 121 Introduction to Business - or - 3 BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 Accountants maintain records, prepare and analyze financial * BUSN 223 Business Law I 3 reports, and participate directly in the management of business and * BUSN 224 Business Law II 3 * BUSN 249 Principles of Management 3 other organizations. Other duties may include auditing accounts * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 and records, certifying financial statements, and payroll. Job * ECON 112 Principles of Economics II 3 positions include accounting technician, accounting assistant, * INFT 131 Microsoft Word for Windows 1 accounting trainee, clerk, and bookkeeper. * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 * INFT 142 Advanced Excel 1 * INFT 145 Beginning Access 1 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 Students who are interested in a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or pursuing a CPA should follow the guidelines for the Associate of Related Required Courses 18 Sem. Hours Science in Business Administration transfer program. Accounting, Business or General Education Elective 12 * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 The program may be tailored toward further degree work. SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Students should check with the Accounting faculty or an academic advisor to see if this program might meet their needs for future degree work. Total Hours = 64 * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. PROGRAM CONTACTS General Education Electives: Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program ART, BIOL, CHEM, EDUC, ENGL, FREN, GEOG, GEOL, GERM, contacts: HIST, HMEC, HUMA, JOUR, LIBS, MATH, MUS, NSCI, PHIL, Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology PHYD, PHYS, POL, PSY, RUSS, SOCI, SPAN, SPCH, THEA Mr. Craig Pence, Accounting Faculty
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ACCOUNTING (213)
Certificate Program Required Business Courses 21 Sem. Hours ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ACCT 115 Computer Applications/Accounting 2 ACCT 116 Introduction to Payroll Accounting 2 This certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions ACCT 211 Federal Income Tax Accounting 3 in private business and industry. * ACCT 213 Financial Accounting 4 * ACCT 214 Managerial Accounting 4 * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * INFT 142 Advanced Excel 1 Job positions that are available include: accounting clerk, * INFT 145 Beginning Access 1 bookkeeper, accounting assistant, trainee, or technician. Related Required Courses 6 Sem. Hours * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 This program develops specialized skills in the accounting and business area. For a wider range of skills such as word processing, software package usage, and management, students should Total Hours = 27 consider one of the degree programs offered in Accounting or in related business areas. *Course has a prerequisite. See course description.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean Business and Technology Mr. Craig Pence, Accounting Faculty
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ACCOUNTS CLERK (214)
Certificate Program Required Business Courses 18 Sem. Hours ACCT 102 Fundamentals of Bookkeeping ABOUT OUR PROGRAM -or- 3 ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting This certificate program prepares students for entry-level as an ACCT 115 Computer Applications/Accounting 2 accounting clerk or office specialist in a small business. ACCT 116 Introduction to Payroll Accounting 2 * BMAC 142 Electronic Calculator 1 * BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 Communications (BUSN141, COMM101, or ENGL121) 3 Job positions that are available include: accounting clerk, * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 bookkeeper, accounting assistant, trainee, or technician.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Total Hours = 18 This program develops specialized skills in the accounting and business area. For a wider range of skills, such as word processing, * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. software package usage, and management, students should consider one of the degree programs offered in Accounting or in related business areas.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean Business and Technology Mr. Craig Pence, Accounting Faculty
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AGRICULTURE (402)
Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 16/17 Sem. Hours AGRI 186 Introduction to Animal Science 4 * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- * MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Mathematics year baccalaureate program and includes the general education and - or - 4/5 agriculture courses required of the transfer student. This program * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I provides a solid foundation in the essential elements of the agriculture curriculum. Students may transfer to a wide variety of SECOND SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours institutions to complete their baccalaureate degree. AGRI 286 Field Crop Science 4 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT HIST/POL Requirement 3 After completing a Bachelor's Degree, students may find Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 employment in a wide variety of fields due to the all-encompassing Social Science Elective 3 nature of agriculture and its related products and services. Some job titles and duties include farm manager, teacher, equipment THIRD SEMESTER 17/18 Sem. Hours sales, finance, feed sales, and forestry consultant. AGRI 284 Introduction to Soils 4 BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 * MATH 171 Finite Mathematics SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS - or - 3/4 * MATH 177 Statistics The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 with an academic advisor for specific university requirements in this Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 major. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to FOURTH SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours which they wish to transfer are fully met. AGRI 182 Introduction to Ag Mechanization 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS AGRI 184 Introduction to Ag Economics 3 * BIOL 111 General Botany Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program - or - 4 contacts: * BIOL 211 General Microbiology Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 Mr. Jim Setterstrom, Agriculture/Business Faculty Mr. Bart Macomber, Agriculture/Economics Faculty Total Hours = 68/70
*Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
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SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS ** General Production Emphasis Required Courses 10 Sem. Hours Students may wish to seek advice about transfer information in the field or about the Agriculture transfer degree listed in this catalog. AGRI 182 Introductory Agricultural Mechanization 3 OCED 290 Workplace Experience 4 WELD 130 Introduction to Welding 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Suggested Electives Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program AGOC, AGRI, BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, HORT, NSCI contacts: **Dairy Herd Management Emphasis Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Jim Setterstrom, Agriculture/Business Faculty Required Courses 24 Sem. Hours Mr. Bart Macomber, Agriculture/Economics Faculty AGOC 142 Livestock Facilities & Waste Mgmt. 3 AGOC 144 Evaluation of Dairy Animals 2 Required Agriculture Courses AGOC 145 Dairy Production 3 AGOC 223 The Dairy Industry 3 22 Sem. Hours AGOC 224 Artificial Insemination 2 * AGOC 120 Principles of Farm Management 4 AGOC 226 Feed and Livestock Industry 4 AGOC 124 Economics of Agricultural Production 3 AGOC 245 Dairy Management 3 AGOC 229 Agri-Business Seminar 3 OCED 290 Workplace Experience 4 AGRI 186 Introduction to Animal Science 4 AGRI 284 Introduction to Soils 4 Suggested Electives AGRI 286 Field Crop Science 4 AGOC, AGRI, BUSN, INFT, SPAN, WELD
Additional electives for each emphasis area may be selected from the following: ART, BIOL, CHEM, EDUC, ENGL, FREN, GEOG, GEOL, GERM, HIST, HUMA, JOUR, LIBS, MATH, MUS, NSCI, PHIL, PHYD, PHYS, POL, PSY, RUSS, SOCI, SPAN, SPCH, and THEA.
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AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION (605) Certificate Program Required Courses 30 Sem. Hours AGOC 124 Economics of Ag Production 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 HMEC 225 Consumer Economics 3 The Agricultural Production program provides the technical skills * INFT 180 Intro to Information Systems 3 and occupational basics for the person wishing to enter or upgrade Select courses from emphasis area or elective 18 his/her skills. Students choosing the General Agriculture emphasis may focus on agri-business, livestock, or crops following program Total Hours 30 completion. The Dairy Milker emphasis is a specific area of study that focuses on productivity, efficiency, and safety in modern practices of milking dairy cattle. ** General Agriculture Emphasis Required courses 7 Sem. Hours NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * AGOC 120 Principles of Farm Management 4 AGOC 229 Agri-Business Seminar 3 Students completing this program will be qualified to engage in Suggested courses actual day-to-day operations of agricultural production either AGOC 240 Farm Business Records 3 through direct ownership or as a manager of one or several AGRI 186 Introduction to Animal Science 4 facilities. Program graduates may operate a livestock, crop, or dairy AGRI 284 Introduction to Soils 4 production enterprise or serve as technical support in an agri- Electives business. There are a variety of entrepreneurship or employment Chosen from any course in AGOC, AGRI, BUSN, ECON, INFT, and opportunities for the student who has an interest and technical WELD ability in this area. The skills evolving from this program will provide the solid foundation needed for the practitioner or manager to operate successfully in today's highly competitive agricultural **Dairy Milker Emphasis market. Required courses 5 Sem. Hours AGOC 144 Evaluation of Dairy Animals 2 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS AGOC 145 Dairy Production 3 Suggested courses Students in this program must show satisfactory communications AGOC 223 The Dairy Industry 3 and mathematics achievement on the placement tests or AGOC 245 Dairy Management 3 completion of COMM090 and MATH 061 or equivalent. AGOC 229 Agri-Business Seminar 3 Electives Students may wish to seek advice about transfer information in the Chosen from any course in AGOC, AGRI, BUSN, ECON, INFT, and field or about the Agriculture transfer degree listed in this catalog. WELD.
PROGRAM CONTACTS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts:
Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Jim Setterstrom, Agriculture/Business Faculty Mr. Bart Macomber, Agriculture/Economics Faculty
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ART (301) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours Emphasis in Graphic Design ART 113 Drawing I 3 ART 115 Basic Design I 3 ART 215 Art History I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This program is designed to provide entry-level skills necessary for SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 HIST/POL Requirement 3 entrance in the graphic design field. The program is designed for the student intending to transfer to a college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in visual art with an emphasis in SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours graphic design. It is possible to complete the two-year program and * ART 114 Drawing II 3 secure employment using skills learned in graphic design. * ART 116 Basic Design II 3 * ART 118 Graphic Design I 3 ART 216 Art History 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 Types of employment in the field of art vary widely. Many students who complete an AA degree with an emphasis in art transfer to a four-year institution to pursue the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, the THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours professional degree for a studio artist. Others choose to pursue a * ART 120 Life Drawing 3 Bachelor’s degree in art, with an emphasis in museum education or * ART 218 Graphic Design II 3 ART 219 Modern Art 3 art history. Mathematics Requirement 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours should check with an academic advisor for specific university * ART 228 Graphic Design III 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor * ART 238 Graphic Design IV 3 to ensure that the special requirements of the department and Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 institution to which they plans to transfer are met. Colleges and Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 Humanities Requirement 3 universities have specific requirements for transfer students. Total Hours = 67 PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Sam Tucibat, Graphic Design Faculty Robert Apolloni, Art Faculty John Webb, Director of Fine Arts Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/ Social Science
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ART (302) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours ART 113 Drawing I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM ART 115 Basic Design I 3 ART 215 Art History I 3 The program is designed for the student intending to transfer to a * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in visual SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 art. While it is possible to complete the two-year program and secure basic employment, further education is usually required. SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours Students majoring in this program study art theory, development, * ART 114 Drawing II 3 history, and application of the core art concepts. * ART 116 Basic Design II 3 ART 216 Art History II 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Humanities Elective 3 Types of employment in the field of art vary widely. Many students who complete an AA degree with an emphasis in art transfer to a THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours four-year institution to pursue the professional degree for a studio ART 219 Modern Art 3 artist, the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Others choose to pursue a Mathematics Requirement 3 Bachelor’s degree in art with an emphasis in museum education or Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 art history. Social Behavioral Science Requirement 3 Art Elective 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students * ART 120 Life Drawing I 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 to ensure that special requirements of the department and Humanities Requirement 3 institution to which they plan to transfer are met. Colleges and HIST/POL Requirement 3 universities have specific requirements for transfer students. Art Elective 3 Students are encouraged to speak with art faculty members to discuss various four-year degree options in the field of art as well as Total Hours = 64 specific issues regarding their field of study. * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Art Electives Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program ART 117 Pottery I contacts: * ART 118 Graphic Design I ART 119 Sculpture I Robert Apolloni, Art Faculty ART 211 Painting I John Webb, Director of Fine Arts * ART 212 Painting II Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/ * ART 217 Pottery II Social Science
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AUTO BODY REPAIR (622) Associate of Applied Science Required Auto Body Courses 40 Sem. Hours * AUTB 191 Introduction to Auto Body 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM AUTB 192 Painting Equipment and Materials 2 AUTB 294 Damage Analysis 2 This program provides instruction in the repair and refinishing of AUTB 180 Auto Electrical Basics 3 damaged vehicle bodies and components of automobiles and light * AUTB 193 Frame and Body Alignment I 4 trucks. Students will learn damage analysis, cost estimation, welding, * AUTB 194 Auto Body Repair I 3 cutting and repairing fiberglass body parts, auto glass and body trim AUTB 197 Auto Chassis and Accessory Systems 2 repair procedures, techniques for the refinishing of repaired * AUTB 292 Auto Body Repair II 4 surfaces, and how to mix and apply the proper paint to the repaired * AUTB 296 Paint Applications II 5 component of the vehicle. In addition, student will gain a AUTB 195 Glass, Upholstery and Trim 2 foundation in business and work experience. * AUTB 280 Advanced Auto Electrical Systems 3 * AUTB 291 Frame and Body Alignment II 3 * AUTB 293 Paint Applications I 4 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Required Related Courses 26 Sem. Hours Autobody technicians will perform the same types of work whether self-employed or working for someone else. The work consists of Art Lab Elective 3 providing repair estimates and completing the work in a timely yet * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 cost-effective manner. Repair jobs range from minor repairs to * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 extensive rebuilding and refinishing. In larger facilities, technicians General Business Elective (ECON, BUSN, ACCT) 3 may specialize in certain aspects of the reconstruction process but INFT Electives 3 OCED 250 Career Seminar 1 in the small or independent shop, the technician must be OCED 290 Workplace Experience 4 competent in all aspects of the rebuilding process. * WELD 135 Shield Arc/Ox Welding 3 As vehicles become increasingly expensive and people choose to WELD 233 Advanced Welding Processes 3 retain vehicles for longer periods of time, the field will continue to provide excellent opportunities for employment and advancement Total Hours = 66 for the talented and devoted student.
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Advanced placement into this program is possible based upon previous autobody course work and/or on-the-job experience in autobody repair. The program follows a competency-based format. The program is accredited through NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Educational Foundation).
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts:
Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Tom Bergstrom, Auto Body Faculty
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AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS (604) Associate of Applied Science First Semester 19 Sem. Hours * AUTM 111 Suspension and Alignment 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * AUTM 113 Brakes 4 * AUTM 115 Standard Transmission & Final Drives 4 This program prepares students for employment in the areas of * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 computerized engine controls, air conditioning, transmissions, WELD 135 Shield Arc/Ox Welding 3 alignments, brakes, control systems diagnostics and engine service. Certification is possible in Automotive Service Excellence/Master SECOND SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours Automobile Technician. * AUTM 120 Fundamentals of Engines 3 * AUTM 122 Engine Components and Construction 3 * AUTM 124 Fundamentals of Electricity 4 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * Physical Principles (NSCI 131 or MTEC 261) 3 Program graduates may find jobs repairing and servicing * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 mechanical and electrical parts of passenger cars, trucks, buses, and INFT Elective 1 other automotive vehicles. Job openings in the automotive field THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours may be for general technicians or specialists in control systems diagnostics, engines, brakes, drive trains, transmissions, steering/ * AUTM 231 Fundamentals of Electronics 3 suspension, electrical systems, tune-up/emission control, or * AUTM 233 Fuel Systems 3 * AUTM 235 Electronic Engine Controls 4 heating and air conditioning. The outlook for employment in this * AUTM 237 Engine Performance 3 occupation is excellent due to the increasing number of vehicles on Economic Principles (ECON111 or HMEC 225) 3 the road and the growing complexity of automotive technology. FOURTH SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * AUTM 240 Automatic Transmissions 5 Completion of this degree will provide all of the courses that a * AUTM 242 Automotive Body Electronics 3 * AUTM 246 Automotive Servicing 2 student will need to become an ASE (Automotive Service AUTM 248 Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning 3 Excellence) Certified Master Automobile Service Technician. The INFT Elective 1 program is accredited through NATEF (National Automotive SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Technicians Educational Foundation). TOTAL HOURS = 69 PROGRAM CONTACTS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Jim McLeland, Automotive Technology Faculty Mr. Jim Palmer, Automotive Technology Faculty
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BASIC AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE Certificate Program Required Automotive Courses: 19 Sem. Hours AUTM 111 Suspension and Alignment 6 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM AUTM 113 Brakes 5 AUTM 120 Fundamentals of Engines 4 This Basic Service program prepares students for employment as AUTM 124 Fundamentals of Electricity 4 entry-level technicians for routine vehicle maintenance responsibilities in lubrication, brake installation, tire service, Required Related Courses 9 Sem. Hours suspension repair and alignment, and minor automotive electrical. Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 INFT Elective 1 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Welding (WELD 130 or 135) 3 Students find jobs repairing and servicing passenger cars, trucks, Total Hours = 26 and other automotive vehicles. Some jobs in the automotive field may be for general technicians, while others are for specialists in * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. engines, brakes, drive trains, transmissions, steering/suspension, electrical systems, emission controls, or heating and air conditioning. Employment opportunities for trained technicians are excellent due to the increasing number of vehicles on the road and the growing complexity of automotive technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Jim McLeland, Automotive Technology Faculty Mr. Jim Palmer, Automotive Technology Faculty
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BIOLOGY (403)
Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours † BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- ††MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Math 4 year baccalaureate program and studies the science of life and life processes by investigating the origin, evolution, structure, SECOND SEMESTER 15/16 Sem. Hours distribution, ecology, and reproductive functions of plants and †*BIOL 111 General Botany animals. - or - 4/5 †*BIOL 112 Zoology NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 The four most common jobs people have one year after HIST/POL Requirement 3 completion of their Bachelor's degree in this major are biological technician, biological scientist, health technician, and secondary THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours teacher. **CHEM/PHYS Sequence 4 * MATH 177 Statistics 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Humanities Requirement 3 Students considering this major should have a strong interest in Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 nature, science, animals, and people. This career area requires the ability to collect and analyze data. The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic FOURTH SEMESTER 17/18 Sem. Hours advisor for specific university requirements in this major. The †*BIOL 111 General Botany recommendations are based on Illinois Articulation Initiative - or - 4/5 requirements. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure †*BIOL 112 Zoology that the special requirements of the department and the institution **CHEM/PHYS Sequence 4 to which they wish to transfer are fully met. Fine Arts Requirement 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program Total Hours = 64/66 contacts: * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions Alan Nowicki, Biology Faculty ** Either CHEM 221 and 222 or PHYS 143 and 144 sequence Tony Grahame, Biology Faculty † BIOL 110, 111, and 112 all must be taken at HCC to meet transfer requirements †† Students considering pre-professional careers or post- baccalaureate degrees in biology should consult with an academic advisor to confirm what mathematics is needed.
NOTE: Depending upon specific Biology programs at senior institutions, students may wish to include some or all of the following courses: BIOL 116, 118, 119, 211, and MATH 268. Check with an academic advisor for details.
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BIOLOGY EDUCATION (404) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours † BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- ††MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Math 4 year baccalaureate program. This program studies the science of life and life processes by investigating the origin, evolution, ecology, SECOND SEMESTER 15/16 Sem. Hours structure, distribution, and reproductive functions of plants and †*BIOL 111 General Botany animals. Biology Education majors intend to teach, usually at the - or - 4/5 secondary level. †*BIOL 112 Zoology * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * MATH 177 Statistics 3 The three most common jobs entered into after completion of their Bachelor's degree in this major are secondary teacher, THIRD SEMESTER 16/17 Sem. Hours biological technician, and health technician. * BIOL 116 Introduction to Ecology -or - SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy/Physiology 4/5 - or - Students considering this major should have a strong interest in * BIOL 211 General Microbiology nature, science, animals and people. The guideline listed is HIST 143 U.S. History I recommended only. Students should check with an academic - or - 3 advisor for specific university requirements in this major. Each HIST 144 U.S. History II student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 requirements of the department and the institution to which they SPCH 192 Introduction to Public Speaking 3 wish to transfer are fully met. Literature Elective 3 FOURTH SEMESTER 16/17 Sem. Hours PROGRAM CONTACTS †*BIOL 111 General Botany Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program - or - 4/5 contacts: †*BIOL 112 Zoology POL 152 American Government and Politics 3 Alan Nowicki, Biology Faculty SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Tony Grahame, Biology Faculty Fine Arts Requirement 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3
Total Hours = 63/66
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. † BIOL 110, 111, and 112 must be taken at HCC to meet transfer requirements. †† Students considering pre-professional careers or post- baccalaureate degrees in biology should consult with an academic advisor to confirm what mathematics is needed. ††† One course in non-western culture should be taken in Humanities or Social Science. Students should check with his/her academic advisor.
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (204) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * BUSN 121 Introduction to Business 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four- * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 year college or university to complete a Bachelor's degree in * MATH 171 Finite Mathematics 4 Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, or General Business Administration. The program is intended to fulfill SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours general education and core business course requirements to * ECON 112 Principles of Economics II 3 prepare students for junior-level classes in their majors. * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * MATH 172 Calculus for Business and Social Science 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT HIST/POL Requirement 3 Because the choice of majors within Business Administration is so Fine Arts Requirement 3 diverse, employment trends for all occupations cannot be listed here. Students are advised to contact the college or university that THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours they plan to transfer to get the most updated information for their * ACCT 213 Financial Accounting 4 particular specialization within the business area. Some of the more * BUSN 223 Business Law I 3 popular job titles include accountants, auditors, managers, sales PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology representatives, and financial officers. - or - 3 SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology Humanities Requirement 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should FOURTH SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours check with an academic advisor for specific university requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an * ACCT 214 Managerial Accounting 4 advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department * BUSN 221 Business Statistics 3 †*BUSN 229 Legal Environment of Business 3 and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met. Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 PROGRAM CONTACTS Total Hours = 68 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Dr. Steve Jennings, Business Faculty † Some transfer institutions require BUSN 223 and others require Mr. Larry Zigler, Business Faculty BUSN 229. Check with an academic advisor before enrolling in either course.
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (205) Associate of Applied Science Required Business Courses 31 Sem. Hours ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ACCT 213 Financial Accounting 4 * BUSN 121 Introduction to Business This program provides technical and skill foundation courses for - or - 3 the student interested in a career in the general business field. BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business Students may elect to major in a specific area or they may remain * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 generalists. * BUSN 223 Business Law I 3 BUSN 224 Business Law II 3 * BUSN 249 Principles of Management NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT - or - 3 * BUSN 149 Small Business Management Graduates of this program find employment in an assortment of * BUSN 246 Principles of Marketing office/business settings. They will typically serve in entry-level - or - 3 positions and may be assigned to a wide variety of departments or * BUSN 143 Fundamentals of Retailing program areas. The general nature of this program will allow the * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 student to feel comfortable in a multitude of job assignments. * ECON 112 Principles of Economics II 3 The business/services related area is predicted to be one of the Related Required Courses 33 Sem. Hours areas of employment most in demand well into the next century. As companies try to do more with fewer personnel, the student who is * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 well versed in a mass of business areas will be well suited for the SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 rapidly changing job market. PSY 160 Psychology of Human Relations 2 * Communications II (COMM 214 or ENGL 122) 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS INFT Requirement 4 † Business Electives 15 Students who are interested in transferring to a four-year baccalaureate university should refer to the program preceding this one. Most of the courses within this program are intended to and Total Hours = 64 do transfer, but the degree does not contain the general education and some core courses needed for transfer to a four-year college or university. Students should contact an academic advisor for * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. specific information. † Courses must be from ACCT, BUSN, or INFT
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Dr. Steve Jennings, Business Faculty Mr. Larry Zigler, Business Faculty
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CHEMISTRY (406) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 year baccalaureate program. Majors in Chemistry study the HIST/POL Requirement 3 composition, structure, and properties of substances and the reactions, interactions, and transformations they undergo. SECOND SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 The three most common jobs people have one year after * PHYS 143 General Physics I 4 completion of their Bachelor's degree in this major are chemical technician, chemist, and secondary teacher. THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * PHYS 144 General Physics II 4 SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 Those interested in this field should possess a strong aptitude for Humanities Requirement 3 mathematics and science as well as curiosity and an attention for Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 detail. The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic advisor for specific university FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met. * MATH 269 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III 4 Students are encouraged to take MATH 265 Differential Equations Fine Arts Requirement 3 and MATH 270 Linear Algebra. Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3
PROGRAM CONTACTS Total Hours = 71
Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. contacts: John Sullivan, Chemistry Faculty
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CLERICAL BUSINESS (241) Certificate Program Required Courses ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * BMAC 142 Electronic Calculator 1 * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 This program is designed to provide the student who has no * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 previous office experience with the minimum entry skills required OFFT 151 Keyboard/Formatting I 4 for an office position. Completion of this short-term certificate OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 program indicates to potential employers that the student has PSY 160 Psychology of Human Relations 2 Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 taken the initiative to become more employable. Many courses in this program are based in Highland's individualized Total Hours = 18 Office Technology Lab. The lab is staffed at all times with an instructor to assist students with course work. Students are able to proceed through many courses at their own pace and at times that *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. are convenient to both the traditional student and to the person wishing to train for a new field or upgrade his/her skills.
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT The program graduate will perform entry-level clerk and miscellaneous office tasks as a beginning employee. To advance beyond the entry-level position, the student must be prepared to continue his/her education and gain more technology and office skills background.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS The possession of this certificate may help a person gain his or her first office job; however, the skills gained from this program will not be sufficient to ensure that the person will advance beyond basic entry-level jobs. If a student has previous background in the office technology area, certain required courses may be waived or credit may be allowed through proficiency testing.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty
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CLERK TYPIST (231) Certificate Program Required Courses ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * BMAC 142 Electronic Calculator 1 * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 This program is designed to provide students with the general * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 office background and specific technical skills required to advance * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 in the office technology field. The program of study is designed to * INFT 135 PowerPoint 1 make the student more technically proficient and versatile in the * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 OFFT 151 Keyboard/Formatting I 4 types of assignments he/she is able to work on independently. OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 Many courses in this program are based in Highland's individualized * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 Office Technology Lab. The lab is staffed at all times with an * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 instructor to assist students with course work. Students are able to * OFFT 163 Machine Transcription 1 proceed through many courses at their own pace and at times that * OFFT 255 Office Procedures 4 PSY 160 Psychology of Human Relations 2 are convenient to both the traditional student and the person wishing to train for a new field or upgrade his/her skills. Total Hours = 27 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT *Course has a prerequisite. See course description. The clerk-typist position involves work beyond the typical entry- level position requirements. The program graduate will typically perform general office work and routine filing while serving as an assistant for several people and may be expected to perform transcription of dictated materials. This type of position often leads to possibilities for advancement within the office setting and provides a framework for continuing education and skill improvement.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Certain required courses may be waived or credit allowed through proficiency testing. The type of job obtained with this certificate could develop into an administrative assistant position with the addition of further course work toward an Associate degree.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty
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COMPUTER SCIENCE (407) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 14/15 Sem. Hours * ACCT 213 Financial Accounting 4 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a * MATH 171 Finite Mathematics baccalaureate program. Majors in this program study the theory, - or - 4/5 design, development, and application of computer technology for * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I storing and manipulating data and managing information. SECOND SEMESTER 16/18 Sem. Hours NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * INFT 190 Principles of Computer Science I 3 Computer Science majors need to be well organized, precise, and * MATH 172 Calculus for Business and Social Science have attention for detail. They must interact with a wide variety of - or - 3/5 individuals in order to well define the computer assignments to be * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II accomplished. Common jobs students have had one year after INFT Elective 3 graduating from a four-year baccalaureate program in this major: Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 computer programmer, systems analyst, network analyst, information system specialist, and systems manager. THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 * INFT 210 COBOL 5 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 This guideline is recommended only. Students should check with an HIST/POL Requirement 3 academic advisor for specific university requirements in this major. Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they FOURTH SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours plan to transfer are fully met. * ECON 112 Principles of Economics II 3 * INFT 290 Principles of Computer Science II 3 Fine Arts Requirement 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Humanities Requirement 3 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 contacts: Total Hours = 63/66 Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Jeremy Monigold, Information Systems Faculty *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
NOTE: Students should check with their academic advisor or a computer science faculty member to ensure their choices in the math and science elective areas are appropriate. Some students may choose to follow a business emphasis or a technical emphasis. This guideline will change for a technical emphasis.
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COMPUTER TECHNICIAN (619) Certificate Program Required Courses * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 ELET 179 Electronics Principles 3 The computer technician program will prepare the student to * INFT 180 Intro to Information Systems 3 install, upgrade, or repair computer equipment typically found in * INFT 182 Microcomputer Hardware 3 the home or on the office desktop. The scope of the curriculum INFT 282 A+ Certification 3 includes microcomputers, peripheral devices, and technical INFT Electives 3 support. The certificate competencies parallel those of the OCED 290 Work Place Experience 4 computer industry's A+ credential requirements. Total Hours 25 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Students completing this program will be prepared to sit for the A+ certification exam and enter the work place as an entry-level computer systems technician. Types of jobs for which this program prepares graduates include: computer installer, computer repair technician, technical support representative, and technical consultant.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Students in this program must show satisfactory communications and mathematics achievement on the placement tests or completion of COMM 090 and MATH 061 or equivalent. Students may wish to seek advice about merging this certificate with the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Jeremy Monigold, Information Systems Faculty
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COSMETOLOGY (606)
Certificate Program Required Courses COSM 121 Science and Practice of Cosmetology I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM COSM 122 Science and Practice of Cosmetology II 3 COSM 123 Science and Practice of Cosmetology III 3 Highland offers training which meets or exceeds the State COSM 124 Science and Practice of Cosmetology IV 3 Department of Financial and Professional Regulation requirement COSM 131 Science and Practice of Cosmetology V 3 for state licensure as a cosmetologist. This program includes basic COSM 132 Science and Practice of Cosmetology VI 3 through advanced training in the area of hair care and styling, skin COSM 133 Science and Practice of Cosmetology VII 3 care and make-up as well as nail care and extensions. Training also COSM 134 Science and Practice of Cosmetology VIII 3 COSM 141 Science and Practice of Cosmetology IX 3 includes areas of decontamination, chemistry, salon management, COSM 142 Science and Practice of Cosmetology X 3 anatomy and salesmanship. Graduation from this program also COSM 143 Science and Practice of Cosmetology XI 3 requires the completion of a Business Communications class and a COSM 144 Science and Practice of Cosmetology XII 3 related electives class which gives the graduate additional * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 entrepreneur skills. This program operates on a space available Restricted Elective 3 basis. NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Total Hours = 42 Program graduates, one licensed, may find employment providing Restricted elective from: ACCT, BUSN, INFT, HMEC, hair, skin and nail care services to salon clientele. Salons today offer THEA 186, COSM 180 stylists many opportunities to specialize in one area or provide all * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. services to clients. Other career possibilities for licensed cosmetologist include platform artist, salon owner/manager or style director for television, print or theater.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Admission and enrollment procedures for this program are not the same as for other college programs and classes. Students interested in this program should contact the program instructor to obtain enrollment procedures. Students are not permitted to register by mail or walk-in for this program. Graduates of Highland's program must also pass a state board examination to obtain a license to practice.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Cathie Schmerse, Cosmetology Faculty
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DESKTOP PUBLISHING (222) Certificate Program Required Courses 32 Sem. Hours ART 115 Basic Design I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business 3 * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 The Desktop Publishing certificate is designed for individuals who HMEC 225 Consumer Economics 3 need computer skills to keep up with changes in the printing * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 industry and for individuals who are interested in desktop * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 publishing for personal use. * INFT 115 Introduction to the World Wide Web 1 * INFT 122 Introduction to Windows 1 Many courses in this program are based in Highland's individualized * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 Office Technology Lab. The lab is staffed at all times with an * INFT 135 PowerPoint 1 instructor to assist students with course work. Students are able to * INFT 137 Desktop Publishing 3 proceed through many courses at their own pace and at times that * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 are convenient to both the traditional student and to the person INFT 160 Digital Images & Sound 1 wishing to train for a new field or upgrade skills. OFFT 151 Keyboarding/Formatting I 4 OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 Elective 2 Program graduates may work in the printing industry or an office setting where they typeset and prepare miscellaneous publications Total Hours = 32 for printing. * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Certain required courses may be waived or credit may be allowed through proficiency testing. The type of position obtained with this certificate could develop into an administrative assistant position with the addition of further course work toward an Associate degree.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (703) Associate of Applied Science PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program ABOUT OUR PROGRAM contacts: This program is designed to prepare students for work in a variety Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology of settings for the care and education of young children and their Ms. Leah Timberlake, Early Childhood Faculty families. The two-year degree includes general- education requirements and child psychology (child growth and development). The program offers several opportunities for students to practice their skills in methods courses and three practicums. Students have a choice of two emphases with this degree: Senior Teacher or Child Care Center Director. The AAS Early Childhood Senior Teacher emphasis moves students from basic child care principles in the first two semesters to advanced topics in curriculum and child development in the last semester. The AAS Child care Center Director emphasis is for students seeking in-depth training in the management and leadership areas of the early childhood field. Students may apply for the Illinois Director Credential. Both of the early childhood certificates, Basic Child Care (723) and Lead Teacher (713), are wholly contained in the Early Childhood Education degree.
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Early childhood graduates with an AAS degree are qualified to be employed as child care workers (teachers), group workers, or child care directors in child development programs licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). AAS graduates must demonstrate good physical and emotional health and submit to a background check before working in any children's facility.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS This degree does NOT prepare students for Illinois State Board of Education teacher certification and does NOT prepare students for transferring, though some general education courses are transferable. In order to be state-certified in Early Childhood Education (Bachelor's degree), see the guidelines for Professional Education and contact an academic advisor for more information.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (703) Associate of Applied Science ECE Emphasis Area Courses (Choose one area) Senior Teacher Emphasis Required ECE Courses 38 Sem. Hours * CHLD 287 Curriculum Planning 3 * CHLD 295 Seminar in Early Childhood Education 3 CHLD 181 Intro to Early Childhood Education 3 * CHLD 183 Observation & Guidance of Young Child 3 Child Care Center Director Emphasis CHLD 185 Foundations of Family Day Care 1 * CHLD 291 Legal & Fiscal Mgt of Child Care Programs 3 CHLD 186 Nutrition and Health of the Young Child 3 * CHLD 292 Staff Mgt & Human Relations in Child Care 3 * CHLD 187 Practicum I 1 * CHLD 189 Family & Community Resources 3 * CHLD 190 Music and Movement for the Young Child 3 Total Hours = 62 * CHLD 191 Practicum II 2 * CHLD 281 Infant and Toddler Care 2 * CHLD 282 Creative Activities for Young Children 3 *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. * CHLD 283 Math and Science for the Young Child 3 * CHLD 284 Exceptional Child in EC Education 2 NOTE: Students must complete CHLD 181 and PSY 162 before * CHLD 286 Children's Literature and Language Dev. 3 enrolling in courses above the second semester. PSY 262, Human * CHLD 288 Supervision & Admin. of Child Care Prog. 3 * CHLD 289 Practicum III 3 Growth and Development, is an acceptable substitute for PSY 162 if the student has completed course work prior to enrolling in the Early Childhood Program. Required Related Courses 18 Sem. Hours * BUSN 125 Business Math 3 * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 INFT Elective 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 * PSY 162 Child Psychology 3 ECE Emphasis Area Courses 6
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (723) Certificate Program 1 Required Child-Care Courses Basic Child Care CHLD 181 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 * CHLD 183 Observation & Guidance of Young Child 3 * CHLD 186 Health and Nutrition of the Young Child 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * CHLD 187 Practicum I 1 This program helps students meet Illinois Department of Children * CHLD 189 Family & Community Resources 3 * CHLD 191 Practicum II 2 and Family Services Licensing Standards for Assistant TeacherTeacher. If a * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 student acquires 640 hours of experience in a licensed child care center, they may apply to the Child Development Associate Total Hours 18 National Credentialing Program for Child Development Associate Credential. The CDA Credential allows holders to work in DCFS- * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. licensed programs as a TeacherTeacher. CDA applicants receive advising from qualified HCC staff in the credentialing process during the two Practicums.
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Basic Child Care Certificate holders work in licensed child care programs, as assistant teachers. Family Home Day Care Providers are encouraged to use this program to upgrade their own training and preparation.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Certificate students must demonstrate good physical and emotional health and submit to a criminal background check before beginning any Practicum. CDA applicants should notify the program coordinator (below) of their intentions early in their coursework. Family Home Day Care providers wanting this certification may take CHLD 185 and CHLD 191 for a total of two credits, instead of CHLD 181 for two credits.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815-235-6121 for the following program contacts:
Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean, Business/Technology Leah Timberlake, Early Childhood Faculty
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (713) Certificate Program 2 PROGRAM CONTACTS Child Care Lead Teacher Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: ABOUT OUR PROGRAM Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Leah Timberlake, Early Childhood Faculty This program is for students who wish to qualify as an early childhood teacher or school-age worker in a licensed program. Certificate holders can also apply to the Regional Superintendent of Required ECE Courses 32 Sem. Hours Education for certification as aides in public schools. CHLD 181 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 Persons desiring child care teaching positions must also have at * CHLD 183 Observation & Guidance of Young Child 3 least 1,560 clock hours of child development experience in a child CHLD 185 Foundations of Family Day Care 1 CHLD 186 Nutrition and Health of the Young Child 3 care program licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and * CHLD 187 Practicum I 1 Family Services. For those not already employed in such programs, * CHLD 189 Family & Community Resources 3 some of the required hours can be met in Practicums I and II. * CHLD 190 Music & Movement for the Young Child 3 * CHLD 191 Practicum II 2 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * CHLD 281 Infant & Toddler Care 2 * CHLD 282 Creative Activities for the Young Child 3 Typical job positions that program graduates may enter into * CHLD 283 Math and Science for the Young Child 3 include family home day care provider, child care worker, child care * CHLD 284 Exceptional Child In Early Childhood Ed. 2 assistant, nanny positions, and other programs serving infants, * CHLD 286 Children's Literature & Language Dev. 3 toddlers, and preschoolers. Graduates plan and present learning activities for small children, observe and document children's Related Required Courses 7 Sem. Hours behavior, and work closely with teachers, directors, and parents to * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 promote the growth and development of children. * PSY 162 Child Psychology 3 INFT Elective 1 The certificate program is NOT recommended for those seeking leadership positions in early childhood programs, such as director, Total Hours = 39 assistant director, and senior teacher. * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS In order to be state-certified in Early Childhood Education with a Bachelor's Degree (certified to teach ages 0 through third grade in a public elementary school), a student must transfer to a four-year institution. This program is NOT intended for students interested in transferring. Students should see the guideline for Professional Education if they intend to transfer. Certificate students must demonstrate good physical and emotional health and submit to a criminal background check before beginning any Practicum. To enter this program, students must meet the following prerequisites: 1. Complete all HCC placement tests 2. Meet the competency standard in the tests for COMM 101 3. Get a grade of C or better in Practicums I and II.
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ENGINEERING (414) Associate of Engineering Science FIRST SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- * PHYS 120 Introduction to Engineering 2 year baccalaureate program. Students in this major will study mathematics and science with the intent of applying the principles SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours of those fields to the design and construction of useful devices and * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 structures. Specialty areas of engineering include mechanical, * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 5 electrical, civil, chemical, and industrial. * PHYS 143 General Physics I 4 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 Engineers work in a wide variety of settings such as industries, THIRD SEMESTER 17/18 Sem. Hours research facilities, consulting firms, and governmental agencies. * MATH 265 Differential Equations 3 * PHYS 144 General Physics II 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Those interested in engineering should have an aptitude for † Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 Engineering Specialty Electives 4/5 science, mathematics, problem solving, and versatility. Good verbal and written skills, and the ability to work on a team are also needed. FOURTH SEMESTER 17/18 Sem. Hours The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic advisor for specific university * MATH 269 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 4 † Humanities Requirement 3 requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an † Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department Engineering Specialty Electives 4/5 and the institution to which they plan to transfer are fully met. † Fine Arts Requirement 3
PROGRAM CONTACTS Total Hours = 67/69 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. contacts: † Some transfer institutions prefer sequential courses. Check Eric Peterson, Physics Faculty with an academic advisor.
Engineering Specialty Electives BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 DRAF 151 Engineering Graphics 4 * MATH 262 C Programming for Science/Engineering 4 * MATH 266 Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics 5 * PHYS 145 General Physics III 4 * PHYS 246 Circuits Analysis 4
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (612) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours DRAF 151 Engineering Graphics 4 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- * PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 year baccalaureate program. Students in this major will use their PHYS 120 Intro to Engineering 2 technical skills and knowledge of science and math in the support of engineering activities. Students should have interests in SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours mechanical and electrical devices and mathematics, skills in using * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 instruments, ability to make accurate observations and * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 5 measurements, and ability to work with other as a part of a team. * PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4 Fine Arts Requirement 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 After attaining a baccalaureate degree, students may work in one of THIRD SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours several different engineering specialties including aeronautical, civil, BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 industrial, mechanical, chemical, or metallurgical. Engineering * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 Technicians are employed by companies in the electrical * MATH 262 C Programming for Science/Engineering 4 equipment, machinery, aerospace, and construction industries; by * MATH 266 Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics 5 radio and TV stations; engineering and architectural firms; and by organizations in other fields. Faster than average job growth is FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours projected due to anticipated increases in research and * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 development expenditures and the expected growth in the output SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 of technical products. HIST/POL Requirement 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Humanities Requirement 3 Those interested in engineering should have an aptitude for Total Hours = 69 science, mathematics, problem solving, and versatility. Good verbal and written skills along with the ability to work on a team are also * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. needed. The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic advisor for specific university requirements in this majormajor. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they plan to transfer are fully met.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Eric Peterson, Physics Faculty
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GEOLOGY (409)
Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM HIST 143 U.S. History I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 year baccalaureate program. Geology majors study the Fine Arts Requirement 3 characteristics and features of the earth and the processes that shape them. SECOND SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 GEOL 126 Geology 4 The most common jobs people have one year after graduating with * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 5 a baccalaureate degree in this major are Geologist, Science Humanities Requirement 3 Technician, Secondary Teacher, and Environmental Scientist. THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 * MATH 262 C Programming for Science/Engineering 4 Those interested in geology should have an aptitude for science †*PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 and mathematics as well as a deep curiosity about the earth and its Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 characteristics. The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic advisor for specific FOURTH SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours university requirements in this major. Each student must meet * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 department and the institution to which they plan to transfer are * GEOL 236 Historical Geology 4 fully met. HIST 144 U.S. History II 3 †*PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4
PROGRAM CONTACTS Total Hours = 71 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Steve Simpson, Geology/Geography Faculty † Some senior institutions require General Physics. Check with an academic advisor regarding proper course selection for each university.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN (301) Associate of Applied Science SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours * ART 114 Drawing II ABOUT OUR PROGRAM - or - 3 * ART 116 Basic Design II This program is designed to provide entry-level job skills necessary * ART 218 Graphic Design II 3 for entrance in the graphic design field. Students will learn the * COMM 214 Business and Technical Writing basics of typography, layout, and design using computer software. - or - 3 An emphasis is placed on the design process including questioning, * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II research, communication, proofs, presentation and mechanicals. A SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech - or - 3 problem-solving approach is used and actual design projects are SPCH 192 Introduction to Public Speaking incorporated into the curriculum when appropriate. Major Elective 3
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT THIRD SEMESTER 17/18 Sem. Hours Areas of employment include graphic design, print media, * ART 228 Graphic Design III 3 BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 illustration, electronic publishing, communications, entertainment, PSY 160 Psychology of Human Relations industry, and advertising. Many jobs in this field involve - or - 2/3 communication and marketing skills, as well as creative and PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology technical abilities. As visual communication needs increase, this area Major Electives 6 will continue to grow. The tools used in this field have changed General Education Elective 3 dramatically over the last 15 years as technology continues to change. Highland’s computer lab is well- equipped, well- FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours maintained, and up-to-date. * ART 238 Graphic Design IV 3 * BUSN 243 Principles of Salesmanship - or - SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * BUSN 244 Principles of Advertising 3 Although this degree is not specifically intended for transfer - or - students, many courses will transfer to senior institutions. Checking * BUSN 246 Principles of Marketing with the program faculty or an academic advisor will help provide a Major Electives 6 General Education Elective 3 smooth transfer. This degree includes general-education courses as well as some business and communications courses to help the student with work-related skills. Total Hours = 62/63
PROGRAM CONTACTS Major Electives Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the program contacts: ART 110 Introduction to Art 3 ART 111 Art of the Western World 3 Sam Tucibat, Graphic Design Faculty * ART 120 Life Drawing 3 John Webb, Director of Fine Arts ART 201 Photography 3 Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities * ART 211 Painting I 3 * ART 212 Painting II 3 FIRST SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours ART 215 Art History I 3 ART 216 Art History II 3 ART 113 Drawing I 3 ART 219 Modern Art 3 ART 115 Basic Design I 3 * DRAF 155 Basic Technical Drafting I 3 * ART 118 Graphic Design I 3 * OFFT 161 Proofreading 3 * COMM 101 Technical Communications * OFFT 220 Desktop Publishing 3 - or - 3 * SPCH 293 Small Group Communications 3 * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I * SPTP 101 Graphic Design 3 Major Elective 3 * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. 76 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
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Certificate Program Required Technical Courses 21 Sem. Hours ART 113 Drawing I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM ART 115 Basic Design I 3 The certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions * ART 116 Basic Design II 3 * ART 118 Graphic Design I 3 in graphic design. Students learn the fundamentals of design using * ART 218 Graphic Design II 3 computer software. A problem-solving approach is used and actual * ART 228 Graphic Design III 3 design projects are incorporated into the curriculum when * ART 238 Graphic Design IV 3 appropriate. Required Related Courses 3 Sem. Hours NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * BUSN 141 Management Communications - or - Among job positions available in this field are graphic design, print * COMM 101 Technical Communications 3 media, illustration, electronic publishing, communications, - or - entertainment industry, and advertising. Continued economic * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I growth in the region, resulting in increased business activity, should allow this field of employment to continue to grow. Total Hours = 24
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS This program develops specialized skills in graphic design. For a wider range of skills, students should consider the degree program offered in the Associate of Arts or Applied Science degrees.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Sam Tucibat, Graphic Design Faculty John Webb, Director of Fine Arts Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social Science
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HISTORY (502) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM HIST 141 Western Civilization I 3 POL 151 Introduction to Political Science 3 The history program is designed for the student who is interested * Mathematics Requirement 3 in how humans have made decisions, treated each other under the Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 pressure of circumstances, and considered how the decisions of the past have shaped the present. The program’s emphasis is on United SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours States and European history Courses are also offered in * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 contemporary Africa, the Middle East, and women’s history. This HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3 program will prepare students for the baccalaureate degree in HIST 236 Illinois History 3 history. PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Baccalaureate degree history majors typically are employed as THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours teachers in elementary and secondary schools and as researchers in HIST 143 U.S. History I 3 government, museums, and industrial research departments. A PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 four-year degree in history also provides a good background for POL 152 American Government and Politics 3 careers in journalism, law, foreign service, and a variety of related SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 professions. Fine Arts Requirement 3
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours GEOG 132 Regional Geography of the World 3 The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students HIST 144 U.S. History II 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university HIST 241 Contemporary World 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 to ensure that special requirements of the department and the Literature Elective 3 institution to which they plan to transfer are met. Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3
PROGRAM CONTACTS Total Hours = 67 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Andrew Dvorak and Jim Phillips, History Faculty Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/ Social Science
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HUMAN/SOCIAL SERVICES (509) Associate of Arts THIRD SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours CHLD 181 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * CHLD 183 Observation/Guidance of the Young Child 3 PHIL 283 Introduction to Logic 3 This program allows students to choose either an emphasis in * SOCI 272 Introduction to Social Welfare Content 3 children's services or social services. Both are designed for the * SPCH 293 Small Group Communication 3 student intending to transfer to a senior institution for completion Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 of a baccalaureate degree. It is possible for a student to complete the two-year program and gain employment in an entry-level FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours position. * MATH 177 Statistics 3 * PHIL 282 Ethics 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * SOCI 273 Social Service Field Experience 3 Program graduates are often employed in state, county, and Fine Arts Requirement 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 municipal social-service agencies, as well as educational institutions, religious organizations, and health-related institutions. Total Hours = 64 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Social Services Emphasis The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students FIRST SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours should check with an academic advisor for specific university * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 to ensure that special requirements of the department and the SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 institution to which they plan to transfer are met. SOCI 177 Introduction to Anthropology 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program SECOND SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours contacts: * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Kim Goudreau, Sociology Faculty * PSY 264 Social Psychology 3 Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social SOCI 271 Social Problems 3 Science HIST/POL Requirement 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 Children’s Services Emphasis FIRST SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours THIRD SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * CHLD 189 Family, Comm. Relationship & Resources 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 PHIL 283 Introduction to Logic 3 SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 * SOCI 272 Introduction to Social Welfare Content 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 * SOCI 273 Social Service Field Experience 3 HIST/POL Requirement 3 SOCI 274 The Family 3 * SPCH 293 Small Group Communication 3 SECOND SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 CHLD 186 Nutrition and Health of the Young Child 3 * MATH 177 Statistics 3 * PSY 264 Social Psychology 3 * PHIL 282 Ethics 3 SOCI 271 Social Problems 3 * PSY 228 Introduction to Counseling 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 Fine Arts Requirement 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 3
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (617) Associate of Applied Science First Semester 16 Sem. Hours DRAF 110 Print Reading and Inspection 2 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM ELET 179 Electronic Principles 3 * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 The Industrial Manufacturing Technology program will * MATH 111 Technical Mathematics I 3 accommodate the increasing technological demands of industry OCED 117 Occupational Safety 1 and broadening scope of abilities needed by today's manufacturing Technical or General Education Electives 4 professional. Students complete a core of courses essential to a variety of disciplines and advanced studies in one or more specialty SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours certificate areas as determined by the student and his/her program * BUSN 121 Introduction to Business 3 advisor. Courses take place in traditional classrooms, laboratories, * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 and various local work environments. Graduates enter the Technical or General Education Electives 9 workforce with the skills necessary to succeed in their field and advance to supervisory and/or advanced positions. SUMMER 4 Sem. Hours * OCED 290 Workplace Experience 4 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours Typical occupations for graduates in the Industrial Manufacturing Technical or General Education Electives 15 program include electronics technician, manufacturing technician, CNC machine operator, CAD drafter, test lab or design technician, FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours tool and die maker, machinist, field service technician, maintenance MTEC 164 Manufacturing Processes 3 technician, and customer service technician. * MTEC 290 Automation Seminar 4 OCED 250 Career Seminar 1 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Technical or General Education Electives 7 Students wishing to complete the Associate of Applied Science Total Hours = 65 degree in Industrial Manufacturing Technology should complete their core requirements, a specialty certificate in an area of the *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. student's choosing (Architectural studies, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Computer-Aided Design, Industrial Electronics & General Education Electives: Select nine credits of general- Controls, Machine Processes, Quality, or Welding/Fabrication), and education electives from the following courses - ECON 111, electives to complete the degree requirements. Students should MATH 177, PHYS 141, PSY 160, PSY 161, PSY 163, SOCI 171, and SPCH 191. meet with a program faculty member to develop a program plan before beginning studies. This degree is recommended for students Technical or General Education Electives must include who have a specific career objective in mind and do not plan to requirements for at least one of the Industrial Manufacturing transfer to a four-year program at a college or university. Technology certificates on the following pages:
• Computer Aided Design - Mechanical PROGRAM CONTACTS • Industrial Electronics & Controls Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program • Machine Processes contacts: • Welding and Fabrication Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (601) Computer-Aided Design • Mechanical Required Courses (Certificate) * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 * DRAF 101 Drafting Fundamentals I 3 * DRAF 102 Drafting Fundamentals II 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM DRAF 105 Computer-Aided Drafting 3 DRAF 110 Print Reading and Inspection 2 This program is designed to prepare students to be a CAD * DRAF 260 CAD-3D Solid Modeling 4 technician in the manufacturing and/or engineering industries. * MATH 111 Technical Mathematics I 3 * MTEC 110 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Graduates of this program prepare clear, accurate, and detailed Total Hours = 24 drawings from the rough sketches, specifications, and calculations * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. of engineers and designers. These drawings are used for engineering and manufacturing purposes according to the specified dimensions. CAD/CAM technicians also use computer-controlled systems to assist industrial designers and engineers in designing products and carrying out automated processes.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS For those students interested in pursuing their education, this certificate meets the technical elective requirements of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Industrial Manufacturing Technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (615) Industrial Electronics & Controls Required Courses (Certificate) * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 ELET 179 Electronic Principles 3 * ELET 182 Devices and Circuits I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ELET 183 Devices and Circuits II 3 This certificate program will provide students with experience in * ELET 290 Sensors and Interfacing 4 * ELET 295 Programmable Logic Controllers 4 general and industrial electronic components such as sensors, * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 motors, and valves as well as typical electronic circuits found in * MATH 111 Technical Mathematics 3 industry. Students will also gain experience with computer * MTEC 210 Fluid Power Systems I 3 applications and programming industrial control devices such as * MTEC 220 Motors and Controls 3 programmable logic controllers. * MTEC 290 Automation Seminar 4
Total Hours 36 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Graduates with this certificate are prepared to work with industrial machines and manufacturing systems. Typical career positions include maintenance technician, troubleshooter, machine builder, * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. and field sales specialist. With additional experience and education, graduates can move into supervisory and advanced technical occupations.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS For those students interested in pursuing their education, this certificate meets the technical elective requirements of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Industrial Manufacturing Technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (607) Machine Processes (Certificate) Required Courses * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 DRAF 105 Computer-Aided Drafting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM DRAF 110 Print Reading and Inspection 2 The Machining Processes Certificate is designed to provide * MATH 111 Technical Mathematics I 3 students with opportunities to obtain basic and intermediate-level * MTEC 110 Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing 3 experience in the areas of computer numeric control (CNC), * MTEC 151 Machine Processes 3 MTEC 164 Manufacturing Processes 3 computer-aided drafting (CAD), and computer-aided * MTEC 264 Statics and Strengths of Materials 3 manufacturing (CAM). * MTEC 270 CNC Mill 3 * MTEC 280 CNC Lathe 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Total Hours 29 Successful graduates of this certificate will have entry-level competence for the fields of CAD/CAM operation and be able to * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. set-up CNC equipment.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS For those students interested in pursuing their education, this certificate meets the technical elective requirements of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Industrial Manufacturing Technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (623) Industrial Maintenance Technician Required Courses (Certificate) Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 DRAF 110 Print Reading and Inspection 2 ELET 179 Electronic Principles 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM ELET 182 Devices and Circuits I 3 ELET 290 Sensors and Interfacing 4 This certificate program will provide students with experience in ELET 295 Programmable Logic Controllers 4 welding, mechanics, electronics, motors, and pneumatic systems. INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 Students will also gain experience with computer applications and MATH 111 Technical Mathematics I 3 programming industrial control devices such as programmable logic MTEC 164 Manufacturing Processes 3 controllers. Problem solving and troubleshooting are emphasized MTEC 210 Fluid Power Systems I 3 throughout the program. MTEC 220 Motors and Controls 3 WELD 130 Introduction to Welding 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Graduates with this certificate are prepared to work as entry-level Total Hours 37 industrial maintenance or manufacturing plant technicians. Typical * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. career positions include maintenance mechanic, troubleshooter, machine installer, and tool/equipment specialist. With additional experience and education, graduates can move into supervisory and advanced technical occupations.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Note: Students wishing to enter this certificate program must have at least one (1) year of work experience in an industrial, technical, manufacturing, or production environment. For those students interested in pursuing their education, this certificate meets the technical elective requirements of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Industrial Manufacturing Technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (614) Welding and Fabrication (Certificate) Required Courses * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM DRAF 110 Print Reading and Inspection 2 * MATH 111 Technical Mathematics I 3 This program develops skills that students require to lay out, * MTEC 110 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing 3 fabricate, and weld various metals. These skills will be developed in MTEC 164 Manufacturing Processes 3 the areas of Print Reading, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), WELD 130 Introduction to Welding 3 * WELD 232 Intermediate Welding & Fabrication 3 Metal Inert Gas (GMAW), and Tungsten Inert Gas Welding (TIG). * WELD 233 Advanced Welding Processes 3 Technical Elective 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Graduates will use a fusion process to join (weld) two pieces of Total Hours 26 metal by applying intense heat, pressure, or both to melt the edges *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. of metal so they fuse permanently. This work requires laying out jobs according to drawings or blueprints and determining the Technical Electives: welding process best suited for the metals being fused. Electives should be selected from courses with prefixes INFT, DRAF, ELET, ELEL, ELEM, MTEC, or WELD. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS For those students interested in pursuing their education, this certificate meets the technical elective requirements of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Industrial Manufacturing Technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (628) Basic Welding (Certificate) Required Courses * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 DRAF 110 Print Reading & Inspection 2 This program develops entry-level job skills that students require in MTEC 101 Intro. Geom. Dim. & Tolerancing 1 welding and metal fabrication. These skills will be developed in the OCED 250 Career Seminar 1 areas of Print Reading, Materials, Layout, Shielded Metal Arc Welding 1st course in Sequence A or B 3 (see sequences below) Welding (SMAW), and Metal Inert Gas (GMAW). Welding 2nd course in Sequence A or B 3 (see sequences below) NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Sequence A The Basic Welding program provides the academic and technical WELD 130 Introduction to Welding skills as well as occupational basics for the person wishing to enter and the field as a novice worker. Graduates will use permanent fusion WELD 232 Intermediate Welding & Fabrication (welding) techniques to fabricate metal products. This work requires laying out jobs according to drawings or blueprints and Sequence B determining the welding method best suited for the metals being WELD 135 Shielded Arc & Oxy-Acetylene Welding fused. and WELD 233 Advanced Welding & Fabrication SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS For those students interested in pursuing their education, this Total Hours 16 certificate meets many of the requirements of Welding and *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Fabrication certificate in the Associate of Applied Science degree for Industrial Manufacturing Technology.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Mr. Scott Anderson, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Eric Dietmeier, Industrial Technology Faculty Mr. Steve Gellings, Industrial Technology Faculty
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS (206)
Associate of Applied Science Required Technical Courses 52 Sem. Hours * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * INFT 135 PowerPoint 1 * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 This program is intended to provide the graduate with the entry- * INFT 145 Beginning Access 1 level job skills necessary in an information technology field. * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 Candidates for the degree must choose an Emphasis area for their Selected courses from emphasis area or electives 45 specialty. Required Related Courses 12 Sem. Hours NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 Communications II (COMM 214 or ENGL122) 3 Graduates with this degree typically work as computer OCED 250 Career Seminar 1 programmers, computer technicians, technical support staff, PSY 160 Psychology of Human Relations 2 network specialists, office administrators, or in information SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 technology systems sales. Minimum Total Hours 64
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Information Systems majors need to be well organized and precise. Certain required courses may be waived or credit allowed through proficiency testing.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty Mr. Jeremy Monigold, Information Systems Faculty
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS (206) Emphasis areas: Office Administration Emphasis (Req. Courses) 39 Sem. Hours Programming Emphasis (Req. Courses) ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 27 Sem. Hours * BMAC 142 Electronic Calculator 1 * BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business 3 * BUSN 121 Introduction to Business 3 * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 INFT 105 Basic Keyboarding 2 * ECON 111 Principles of Economics * INFT 115 Introduction to the World Wide Web 1 - or - 3 * INFT 122 Introduction to Windows 1 HMEC 225 Consumer Economics * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 * INFT 115 Introduction to the World Wide Web 1 * INFT 147 Advanced Access 1 * INFT 122 Introduction to Windows 1 * INFT 190 Principles of Computer Science I * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 - or - 3 * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 INFT 191 Introduction to Programming * INFT 137 Desktop Publishing 3 * MATH 111, 162, 165 & above 7 * INFT 142 Advanced Excel 1 * INFT Programming Courses 8 * INFT 147 Advanced Access 1 Suggested Programming Courses * INFT 150 Microsoft Office Integration 1 * INFT 185 Visual BASIC 3 OFFT 151 Keyboarding/Formatting I 4 * INFT 202 Web Programming 3 * OFFT 152 Keyboarding/Formatting II 3 * INFT 210 COBOL 5 * OFFT 156 Keyboarding Speed & Accuracy 1 * INFT 290 Principles of Computer Science II 3 * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 Suggested Electives * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 * OFFT 163 Machine Transcription 2 * INFT 137 Desktop Publishing 3 * OFFT 255 Office Procedures 4 * INFT 142 Advanced Excel 1 Suggested Electives * INFT 150 Microsoft Office Integration 1 INFT 160 Digital Pictures & Sound 1 INFT 160 Digital Pictures & Sound 1 * INFT 185 Visual BASIC 3 * INFT 202 Web Programming 3
Computer Technician Emphasis (Req. Courses) Business Emphasis (Req. Courses) 26 Sem. Hours 31 Sem. Hours * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 * ELET 179 Electronic Principles 3 * ACCT 213 Financial Accounting 4 INFT 105 Basic Keyboarding 1 * BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business 3 * INFT 182 Microcomputer Hardware 3 * BUSN 221 Business Statistics * INFT 282 A+ Certification 3 - or - 3 * INFT 284 Net+ Certification 3 * MATH 177 Statistics OCED 290 Work Place Experience 4 * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 * MATH 111 & above 3 INFT 105 Basic Keyboarding 2 Business Elective (BUSN, ACCT, or ECON) 3 * INFT 182 Microcomputer Hardware 3 Suggested Electives * INFT 190 Principles of Computer Science I 3 * INFT 122 Introduction to Windows 1 * MATH 111, 162, 165 & above 7 * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 Suggested Electives * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 * BUSN 223 Business Law I 3 * INFT 142 Advanced Access 1 * ECON 112 Principles of Economics II 3 * INFT 147 Advanced Database 1 * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 * INFT 150 Microsoft Office Integration 1 * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 INFT 160 Digital Pictures & Sound 1 * Any programming course(s) 3
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. General Education Electives: ART, BIOL, CHEM, EDUC, ENGL, FREN, GEOG, GEOL, GERM, HIST, HUMA, JOUR, LIBS, MATH, MUS, NSCI, PHIL, PHYD, PHYS, POL, PSY, SOCI, SPAN, SPCH, and THEA. 88 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - HEALTH CARE (233)
Associate of Applied Science Required Technical Courses 49 Sem. Hours ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * BMAC 142 Electronic Calculator 1 * BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business 3 Many courses in this program are based in Highland's individualized * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 Office Technology Lab. The lab is staffed at all times with an * INFT 115 Introduction to the World Wide Web 1 instructor to assist students with course work. Students are able to * INFT 122 Introduction to Windows 1 proceed through many courses at their own pace and at times that * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 are convenient to both the traditional student and the person * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 wishing to train for a new field or upgrade skills. Candidates for the * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 * INFT 135 PowerPoint 1 degree must choose an Emphasis area for their specialty. ITHC 101 Medical Terminology I 1 * ITHC 102 Medical Terminology II 1 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ITHC 103 Medical Terminology III 1 * ITHC 220 Anatomy for Information Technology 3 Every time a patient receives healthcare, a record is maintained of OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 the observations, medical or surgical interventions, and treatment * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 outcomes. This record includes information that the patient * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 provides concerning his or her symptoms and medical history, the * OFFT 255 Office Procedures 4 results of examinations, reports of x-rays and laboratory tests, Select courses from emphasis area 20 diagnoses, and treatment plans. Medical records and health information technicians organize and evaluate these records for Required Related Courses 14 Sem. Hours completeness and accuracy. * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 Medical records and health information technicians usually work a * Communications II (COMM 214 or ENGL 122) 3 40-hour week. Some overtime may be required. In hospitals – HMEC 225 Consumer Economics 3 where health information departments often are open 24 hours a SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 PSY 160 Psychology of Human Relations 2 day, 7 days a week – technicians may work day, evening, and night shifts. Total Hours 63 Medical records and health information technicians work in pleasant and comfortable offices. This is one of the few health * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. occupations in which there is little or no direct contact with patients. Because accuracy is essential in their jobs, technicians must pay close attention to detail. Technicians who work at computer monitors for prolonged periods must guard against eyestrain and muscle pain.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty
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Associate of Applied Science (con’t.) Medical Coding Emphasis
Medical Transcription Emphasis ABOUT OUR PROGRAM The Medical Coding Program is designed to prepare individuals to ABOUT OUR PROGRAM understand coding principles, guidelines, medical terminology and regulatory changes for coding. The program is designed to offer a The program prepares the student for entry-level employment as a wide variety of learning experiences including classroom lecture medical transcriptionist in hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, and and observation in a hospital setting. other medical facilities utilizing dictating and transcribing equipment. The program involves science-based courses in anatomy and medical terminology. NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Medical Coders are professionals skilled in classifying medical data NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT from patient records. These coders review patients' records and assign numeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure. Coding The medical transcriptionist transcribes dictated orders and records accuracy is highly important to healthcare organizations because of for patients' permanent files. The student must possess skills and its impact on revenues and describing health outcomes. Numerous knowledge in science and terminology and have the ability to work career opportunities exist in hospitals, physician offices, clinics, with a variety of styles and preferences in dictating. The work is home health agencies and other healthcare settings. Graduates are very important to the establishment of a smooth and error-free eligible to take the national medical coding exams for certification. record-keeping process that is critical to the medical and medical- related fields. This program prepares versatile employees who are able to accept higher levels of responsibility. Required Courses 20 Sem. Hours INFT 105 Basic Keyboarding 1 Required Courses 20 Sem. Hours * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 * ITHC 201 Medical Coding 8 * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 * ITHC 205 Advanced Medical Coding 2 * INFT 145 Beginning Access 1 * OCED 290 Office Practicum (Observation) 1 OFFT 151 Keyboarding/Formatting I 4 Electives from any area 5 * ITHC 155 Medical Transcription 2 * OFFT 156 Keyboarding Speed & Accuracy 1 * ITHC 157 Advanced Medical Transcription 3 * OFFT 163 Machine Transcription 2 Electives from any area 6
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Medical Coding (Certificate) Required Technical Courses 28 Sem. Hours * BUSN 125 Mathematics of Business 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 INFT 105 Basic Keyboarding 1 The Medical Coding Program is a certificate program designed to * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 prepare individuals to understand coding principles, guidelines, ITHC 101 Medical Terminology I 1 medical terminology and regulatory changes for coding. The * ITHC 102 Medical Terminology II 1 program is designed to offer a wide variety of learning experiences * ITHC 103 Medical Terminology III 1 including classroom lecture and observation in a hospital setting. * ITHC 201 Medical Coding 8 * ITHC 205 Advanced Medical Coding-Hospital 2 * ITHC 220 Anatomy for Information Technology 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * OCED 290 Office Practicum (Observation) 1 Medical Coders are professionals skilled in classifying medical data OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 from patient records. These coders review patients' records and Total Hours 28 assign numeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure. Coding accuracy is highly important to healthcare organizations because of * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. its impact on revenues and describing health outcomes. Numerous career opportunities exist in hospitals, physician offices, clinics, home health agencies and other healthcare settings. Successful graduates are eligible to take the national medical coding exams for certification.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty
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Medical Transcriptionist (Certificate) Required Courses 32 Sem. Hours * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 The program prepares the student for entry-level employment as a * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 medical transcriptionist in hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, and * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 other medical facilities utilizing dictating and transcribing * INFT 145 Beginning Access 1 equipment. The program involves science-based courses in ITHC 101 Medical Terminology I 1 * ITHC 102 Medical Terminology II 1 anatomy and medical terminology. * ITHC 103 Medical Terminology III 1 * ITHC 155 Medical Transcription 2 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ITHC 157 Advanced Medical Transcription 3 * ITHC 220 Anatomy for Information Technology 3 The medical transcriptionist transcribes dictated orders and records * OFFT 151 Keyboarding/Formatting I 4 for patients' permanent files. The student must possess skills and OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 knowledge in science and terminology and have the ability to work * OFFT 156 Keyboard Speed & Accuracy 1 with a variety of styles and preferences in dictating. The work is * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 very important to the establishment of a smooth and error-free * OFFT 163 Machine Transcription 1 record-keeping process that is critical to the medical and medical- * OFFT 255 Office Procedures 4 related fields. Total Hours 32 PROGRAM CONTACTS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean Business/Technology Becky Werner, Information Technology/Office Technology Faculty
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Certificate Program Required Technical Courses 25 Sem. Hours * INFT 131 Beginning Microsoft Word 1 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * INFT 132 Intermediate Microsoft Word 1 * INFT 133 Advanced Microsoft Word 1 This program prepares students for entry-level positions in word * INFT 122 Introduction to Windows 1 processing. The program may be especially beneficial to individuals * INFT 135 PowerPoint 1 currently working as secretaries and those who desire advanced * INFT 137 Desktop Publishing 3 training in office automation. * INFT 140 Beginning Excel 1 * INFT 145 Beginning Access 1 Many courses in this program are based in Highland's individualized * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 Office Technology Lab. The lab is staffed at all times with an OFFT 151 Keyboarding/Formatting I 4 instructor to assist students with their course work. Students are OFFT 154 Office Professionalism Seminar 1 able to proceed through many courses at their own pace and at * OFFT 161 Proofreading 1 times that are convenient to both the traditional student and to the * OFFT 162 Pre-Transcription Skills 1 person wishing to train for a new field or to upgrade his/her skills. * OFFT 163 Machine Transcription 1 * OFFT 255 Office Procedures 4
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Related Required Courses 9 Sem. Hours Program graduates find jobs with public utilities, manufacturing, ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting 3 insurance, finance, and real estate firms. Trained operators of word * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141, or ENGL 121) 3 processing programs are often responsible for the transcription and SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 typing for several departments. Total Hours 34
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Certain required courses may be waived or credit allowed through proficiency testing. The type of position obtained with this certificate would develop into an administrative assistant position with the addition of further course work toward an Associate degree.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Ms. Becky Werner, Information Systems Faculty
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LIBERAL ARTS (303 or 304) Associate of Arts/Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM HIST 141 Western Civilization I 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 This program is designed for the student intending to transfer to a Foreign Language 4 senior institution to complete a baccalaureate degree. Students Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 unsure or undecided about their majors may follow this guideline. All courses may be applied to a major. SECOND SEMESTER 16/17 Sem. Hours * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3 MUS 267 Introduction to Music 3 Many employers seek employees with a non-specific baccalaureate Foreign Language 4 degree. They desire applicants who possess a general body of Physical/Life Science Requirement 3/4 knowledge rather than a specific concentration. THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities 3 PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should POL 152 American Government and Politics 3 check with an academic advisor for specific university check with an academic advisor for specific university SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor Mathematics Requirement 3 to ensure that special requirements of the department and the institution to which they plan to transfer are met. FOURTH SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours PHIL 282 Ethics 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 History Elective 3 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program Literature Elective 3 contacts: Mathematics Elective 4 Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social Science Total Hours = 64/65
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
NOTE: Students should check with an academic advisor about diversity in requirements between Arts and Science degrees.
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MATHEMATICS (410) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 5 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- ** Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 year baccalaureate program. Majors in mathematics study mathematical principles, relationships, and methods of analysis. SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours Applied mathematicians apply these methods and principles to the * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 solution of problems in science, engineering, business, and industry. * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 5 HIST/POL Requirement 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT ** Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 The most common jobs people have one year after receiving a baccalaureate degree with this major are secondary teacher, THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours computer programmer, actuary, and computer analyst. * MATH 177 Statistics 3 * MATH 262 C Programming for Science & Engineering 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * MATH 265 Differential Equations 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 check with an academic advisor for specific university requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they plan to transfer are fully met. * MATH 266 Mechanics: (Statics and Dynamics) 5 * MATH 269 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 4 * MATH 270 Linear Algebra 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Humanities Requirement 3 Fine Arts Requirement 3 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Total Hours = 67 Steve Mihina, Mathematics Faculty Cindy Musser, Mathematics Faculty * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. ** Course could be applied toward a minor concentration or second major.
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MUSIC (306)
Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * MUS 161 Theory I 4 MUS 171 Applied Music Major 2 This program is designed for the student who plans to transfer to a MUS 177 Class Piano I 2 senior institution to complete a baccalaureate degree. Students PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 enrolled as music majors concentrate in applied music Choral or Instrumental Performance 1 (instrumental and/or vocal), music theory, aural skills, piano * Mathematics Requirement 3 proficiency, and music performance. SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * MUS 162 Theory II 4 Following completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree in this MUS 171 Applied Music Major 2 major, the most common employment position opportunities are * MUS 178 Class Piano II 2 elementary and secondary music educators, church and community SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 music directors, private studio music instruction, and professional Choral or Instrumental Performance 1 HIST/POL Requirement 3 performers. THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS MUS 171 Applied Music Major 2 The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students * MUS 261 Theory III 4 should check with an academic advisor for specific university Choral or Instrumental Performance 1 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an academic Humanities/Fine Arts Requirements 6 advisor and a member of the music faculty to ensure that special Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 requirements of the department and institution to which they plan to transfer are fully met. NOTE: Piano majors should take two FOURTH SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours semesters of applied minor MUS 172/Voice in place of MUS 177 MUS 171 Applied Music Major 2 and 178 Class Piano. Vocal majors should consider taking a foreign * MUS 262 Theory IV 4 language if possible. Students with an emphasis in Jazz Performance Choral or Instrumental Performance 1 should substitute Jazz Improvisation I and II for applied major MUS Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 171/III, IV. Fine Arts Requirement 3 Humanities Requirement 3 Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program Total Hours = 72 contacts: Allen Redford, Music Faculty (Vocal) * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social Science
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NAIL TECHNICIAN
Certificate Program Required Courses COSM 190 Nail Technology I 2 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM COSM 192 Nail Technology II 2 COSM 194 Nail Technology III 2 Highland offers training, which meets or exceeds the State COSM 196 Nail Technology IV 3 Department of Financial and Professional Regulation requirement Communications (BUSN 141, COMM 101, or ENGL 121) 3 of 350 clock hours for state licensure in nail technology. Included Restricted elective 3 in this program is basic through advanced training in the areas of OCED 250 Career Seminar 1 nail care, nail extensions and pedicuring. Training also includes the Total Hours 16 completion of a Business Communication class and a related electives class, which give the graduates additional entrepreneur Restricted elective from: ACCT, BUSN, INFT, HMEC, skills towards salon ownership. This program operates on a space THEA 186, COSM 180 available basis. * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Program graduates , once licensed, may find employment providing nail care services to salon clientele. Salons today offer stylists many opportunities. Other career possibilities for a licensed nail technician may include educator, product company representative or salon owner/manager.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Admission and enrollment procedures for this program are not the same as for other college programs and classes. Students interested in this program should contact the program instructor to obtain enrollment procedures. Students are not permitted to register by mail or walk-in for this program. Graduates of Highland's program must also pass a state board examination to obtain a license to practice.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean Business & Technology Cathie Schmerse, Cosmetology Faculty
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NURSING PROGRAMS Associate of Applied Science in Nursing REQUIREMENTS TO BE MET BEFORE (ADN) APPLICATION TO THE PROGRAM: Practical Nursing Certificate (PN) 1. A GED certificate or high school diploma and an official, Nursing Assistant Certificate (CNA) final high school transcript must be on file in the HCC Admissions Office. 2. The student's score on the Nursing Entrance Test (NET) ADMISSION PROCESS must be 50% or higher. The admission process is designed to admit students who are most 3. The student's Grade Point Average (GPA) must be 2.2 or likely to be successful in the academically challenging nursing higher on all courses that are a prerequisite to the specific curriculum and to do so in an impartial manner. The process nursing program. includes prerequisite requirements and an admission procedure. It 4. Prerequisite Courses: Some courses may be in progress at is strongly recommended that all students see his/her academic the time of application. Students are not admitted until all advisor to develop a personal academic plan for completing prerequisite courses are completed. All courses must be prerequisite course requirements. completed with at least the grade of "C" (2.0). 5. HCC placement test results indicating that the applicant PHYSICAL DEMANDS does not need any reading development course, does not need any math course below MATH 162, and does not need The physical demands described below are representative of those any English communication course below ENGL 121. that must be met by the nurse or student nurse to successfully Successful completion of appropriate courses will satisfy any perform the essential functions of both the job requirements of a deficiencies identified by placement tests. nurse and the required clinical experiences of a student nurse. 6. A current CNA certificate must be on files in the Division While performing the duties of the nursing program/job, the office. student nurse is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; talk; and hear. The student nurse is frequently required to sit, reach with hands and Prerequisite Courses: arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The student nurse/nurse ADN 11/12 Credit Hours must regularly move up to ten pounds, frequently lift and/or move BIOL 117 Basic Nutrition 3 up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology 5 pounds. CHEM 120 General Chemistry 3/4 It is the responsibility of the student applying for admission to the nursing program to notify the Associate Dean of Natural Science PN 8 Credit Hours and Health in his/her Request for Admission to the Nursing BIOL 117 Basic Nutrition 3 Program (RANP) any concerns regarding the physical, mental, or BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology 5 emotional health of the applicant that could impact the student's success in the program.
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NURSING PROGRAMS ADMISSION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM application review will be accepted into the day or evening ADN program until the maximum class size is accepted. (eligible to register for nursing core courses) PN applicants who have earned 24 or more points at the time of **Students must see their academic advisor to register for any file review will be accepted into the PN program until the nursing core courses. maximum class size is filled. A limited number of spaces in the practical nursing class are 1. A Request for Admittance into the Nursing Program allotted to current high school students. The prospective students (RANP) must be received by February 1 by the Associate are accepted on a provisional basis, depending upon successful Dean of Science & Health requesting to be considered for completion of both high school and all prerequisite courses for the admission to the nursing program and indicating the fall practical nursing program. semester he/she wishes to begin the core nursing curriculum. Applicant must specify to which program (day or evening AD or PN) they wish to be admitted. 4. Applicants who are not selected may reapply for succeeding 2. When the RANP is received and all prerequisite courses years by following regular application procedures. completed and NET results are on file, the selection Individuals may wish to retake the NET exam one time and/ committee (nursing faculty) will make the decision regarding or prerequisite course, if that is an option. admission. This occurs only at the end of the spring 5. Applicants from other college districts will be considered for semester. The applicant will be notified of the committee's admission after July 1. Residents of the Highland decision by US Mail by the beginning of June. Incomplete Community College district will have priority in the day AD folders will not be reviewed. & PN program if the other criteria are judged to be equal. 3. Applicants are ranked according to a point system. Points are 6. Readmission: Applicants who are admitted into a nursing awarded in the following manner: program, but do not complete the program in the normal sequence, may reapply for the program only once through Nursing Entrance Test (NET) Score: the regular admission process. The selection committee may recommend admission of a candidate into a specific Composite percentage of 75% or above = 15 points program (ADN or PN) which they feel best meets the needs Composite percentage of 74% - 50% = 10 points and abilities of the candidate. Composite percentage below 50% = 0 points
Prerequisite Work: Prerequisite work is evaluated as follows. Grades earned in the latest attempt at prerequisite courses (the points will be multiplied by the number of credits in the course): A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points
Example: Grade of "A" in BIOL 117 = 4 (points) x 3 (credits) = 12 pts. The points from the NET are added to the points earned on prerequisite courses. ADN applicants who have earned 38 or more points at the time of
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NURSING PROGRAMS PN to ADN Option Bachelor of Science completion program Graduates of Highland's PN program may transfer their first two Northern Illinois University offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing semesters of nursing core courses of the PN program into (BSN) completion program online. Only Registered Nurses who Highland's ADN program. However, there are limitations. have completed NIU's admission process as well as all of the 1. This option is only available within five years of graduation prerequisite courses required by NIU are eligible for acceptance. from HCC PN program. All of the prerequisite courses are available from Highland, and the 2. The LPN must submit a new Request for Admittance into core curriculum of the BSN Completion Program will be offered the Nursing Program (RANP). on-line. RNs interested in learning more about this program are encouraged to contact one of the following: 3. All ADN admission criteria must be met. 4. Current LPN license must be on file in the Nursing office. 5. A GPA of 2.2 on all pre-requisite courses to the second year Connie Uhlken, RN, MS , Northern Illinois University of the AD program. This includes the following courses: Undergraduate Academic Advisor BIOL 211 General Microbiology - 4 credits; CHEM 120 815/753-6556 or e-mail: [email protected] General, Organic & Biological Chemistry - 3 credits; and PSYC 161 Intro to Psychology - 3 credits Cec Gloden, Highland Community College 6. All LPN applicants are required to complete the HESI PN Exit Academic Advisor • 815/599-3512; Exam. The exam is taken in the nursing department and the e-mail: [email protected] cost is $ 33.00 (cost is subject to change). Contact the secretary to schedule testing. HESI PN Exit Exam is the test Deb Boettner, Highland Community College administered to all HCC PN students in the weeks prior to Secretary • 815/599- 3433; their graduation from the program and is highly predictive of e-mail: [email protected] NCLEX-PN success. LPNs who wish to become RNs are expected to score 90, or 5 points (not percent) higher than graduating PNs which will demonstrate professional growth based on your nursing experiences. Applicants may be required to complete nursing refresher courses depending on results of the HESI exam. 7. Three acceptable references from supervisory nursing personnel who are familiar with the applicant's nursing practice. 8. Admission into AD program is not guaranteed and is based on a number of factors, including grades on the above named pre-requisite courses, space availability, HESI score, and residency (day program only).
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NURSING (421) Associate of Applied Science TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE PROGRAM, STUDENTS MUST HAVE: ABOUT OUR PROGRAM 1. Completed a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). The Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) prepares students 2. Submission of all transcripts from high school, colleges, to take the NCLEX-RN exam. Upon successful completion of the universities, nursing, and vocational schools must be exam, the student is eligible to become licensed as a Registered submitted to the Admissions Department prior to Nurse (RN). acceptance. 3. Nelson-Denny score of 13. The test is administered at no NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT cost and arrangements to take the test can be made in the Positions are available for RNs in long-term care facilities, home Division Office with Deb Boettner @ 599-3433. health, hospitals, physicians' offices, and clinics. Employment is 4. Completion of MATH 065 or equivalent as determined by available nationwide. There is a critical nursing shortage that is the College Placement Test. expected to continue until at least 2020. Nurses may continue their 5. Completion of the Nursing Entrance Test (NET) with an formal nursing education by going on for a baccalaureate degree at acceptable score. the NIU-BSN completion program online. HCC nursing graduates 6. Completed all prerequisite courses with a GPA of 2.2 or may want to consider pursuing a Masters' degree in nursing instead higher. of a Bachelors'; an option that is becoming more readily available. 7. Current CNA certificate on file in the Division office. Students should check with an academic advisor for more 8. Submission of three satisfactory references. (A reference information regarding transfer to other institutions and what package will be sent to the student after the RANP has been requirements may be needed before transfer is possible. received).
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS A Request for Admittance into Nursing Program (RANP) is required to be considered for admission. Early submission is recommended.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland for the following program contacts: Cecilia Gloden, Academic Advisor, 815/599-3512 Cheryl Graff, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3452 Donna Kauke, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3475 Norma Lestikow, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3475 Barbara Merhley, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3439 Glenda Pecka, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3626 Tracy Towne, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3626 Deb Boettner, Division Secretary, 815/599-3433
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NURSING (421) PROGRAM PREREQUISITE COURSES 11/12 Credit Hours * BIOL 117 Basic Nutrition 3 * Course MUST be taken prior to program entry * BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology 5 ** Course may be taken prior to program entry * CHEM 120 General Chemistry 3/4 *** Course must be completed prior to beginning the third semester of the core curriculum NOTE: CHEM 101 or permission of instructor and one year of high **** Course must be completed prior to beginning the fourth school algebra or MATH 065 or placement into MATH 162 are the semester of the core curriculum prerequisites to CHEM 120.
SUPPORT COURSES 13 Credit Hours *** BIOL 211 General Microbiology 4 ** ENGL 121 Rhetoric & Composition I 3 *** PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 **** PSY 262 Human Growth and Development 3
CORE CURRICULUM Fall - First Year 14 Credit Hours NURS 191 Clinical Development I 10 BIOL 103 Introduction to Pharmacology 1 NURS 194 Gerontology 3
Spring - First Year 15 Credit Hours NURS 192 Clinical Development II 12 BIOL 104 Pharmacology 3
Fall - Second Year 12 Credit Hours NURS 292 Clinical Development IIIA 6 NURS 293 Psychiatric Nursing 5 NURS 298 Perspectives and Leadership in Nursing 1
Spring - Second Year 16 Credit Hours NURS 291 Family Nursing 6 NURS 294 Clinical Development IIIB 10
Total Hours = 70
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PRACTICAL NURSING (419)
Certificate Program 4. Completion of the Nursing Entrance Test (NET) with an acceptable score. ABOUT OUR PROGRAM 5. Completion of all prerequisite courses with a GPA of 2.2 or higher. This program prepares students to take the NCLEX-PN exam. 6. Current CNA certificate on file in the division office. Upon successful completion of the exam, the student is eligible to 7. Nelson-Denny score of 13. The test is administered at no become licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN). cost and arrangements to take the test can be made in the Division Office with Deb Boettner @ 599-3433. NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT 8. Submission of three satisfactory references. (A reference Positions are available for LPNs in both acute and long-term care package will be sent to the student after the RANP is facilities, home health, hospitals, physicians' offices, and clinics. received). Employment is available nationwide. A critical shortage of all nurses is expected to continue through the year 2020. All but 6 credits PROGRAM PREREQUISITE COURSES from the PN program transfer into Highland's ADN program. 8 Credit Hours * BIOL 117 Basic Nutrition 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology 5 The ability to care, to be flexible, to have positive interpersonal skills, a willingness to learn and ability to work hard and be a team SUPPORT COURSES 3 Credit Hours player will increase the student's chances of being successful in this **ENGL121 Rhetoric & Composition I 3 program. A Request for Admittance into Nursing Program (RANP) is required prior to admission into the Nursing program. CORE CURRICULUM Fall Semester 14 Credit Hours PROGRAM CONTACTS BIOL 103 Principles of Pharmacology 1 Call Highland for the following program contacts: NURS 191 Clinical Development I 10 Cecilia Gloden, Academic Advisor, 815/599-3512 NURS 194 Gerontology 3 Cheryl Graff, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3452 Donna Kauke, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3475 Spring - First Year 16 Credit Hours Norma Lestikow, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3475 NURS 192 Clinical Development II 12 Barbara Merhley, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3439 NURS 193 Nursing Perspectives 1 BIOL 104 Pharmacology 3 Glenda Pecka, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3626 Tracy Towne, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3626 Deb Boettner, Division Secretary, 815/599-3433 Summer Session 6 Credit Hours NURS 099 Practical Nursing and the Family 6 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE PROGRAM, Total Hours = 47 STUDENTS MUST HAVE: 1. Completed a high school diploma or General Education * Course MUST be taken prior to program entry Diploma (GED). ** Course may be taken prior to program entry 2. Submission of all transcripts from high school, colleges, universities, nursing, and vocational schools must be submitted to the Admissions Department prior to acceptance. 3. Completion of MATH 065 or equivalent as determined by the College Placement Test.
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NURSE’S AIDE (429)
Certificate Program REQUIRED COURSE 8 Sem. Hours NURS 091 Nurse Assistant 8 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM This program prepares students to take the state certification exam Total Hours = 8 for Nursing Assistants. Upon successful completion of the exam, students may work as Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). This certification program is offered every semester, including the summer session, at the main campus in Freeport. It is also scheduled at an off-campus site annually. This class requires 80 hours of classroom lecture and 40 hours of clinical time.
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Positions are available for CNAs in acute and long-term care facilities and home health-care in the immediate area. Employment is available nationwide. This is an entry-level position in the health care field. Students may chose to continue in a program in nursing by entering one of the nursing programs offered at Highland.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS The ability to care, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work hard and be a team player will increase the student's chances of being successful in this program. There are no pre-admission requirements.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland for the following program contacts: Cecilia Gloden, Academic Advisor, 815/599-3512 Cheryl Graff, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3452 Donna Kauke, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3475 Norma Lestikow, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3475 Barbara Merhley, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3439 Glenda Pecka, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3626 Tracy Towne, Nursing Faculty, 815/599-3626 Deb Boettner, Division Secretary, 815/599-3433
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Associate of Applied Science Degree (505) PROGRAM CONTACTS Certificate Program (507) Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: ABOUT OUR PROGRAM Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean of Humanites/Social Science The purpose of the Paraprofessional AAS Degree and Certificate Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean of Business & Technology Program is to prepare prospective teacher aides to enter the Ms. Leah Timberlake, Early Childhood Faculty workforce after meeting the Federal Teacher Aide Certification requirements. As education has moved towards specialization, one of the largest areas of growth is the teacher aide field. This growth AAS Degree Model (Paraprofessional) has created an increasing need for properly trained and certified General Education teacher aides. The Highland Community College, Teacher Aide, * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 Paraprofessional AAS Degree Program offers the student the * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 theory and practical skills training necessary to not only meet SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 certification requirements, but to exceed them. * SOCI 276 Racism and Diversity in Cont. Society 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 The target population for the Teacher Aide, Paraprofessional AAS **Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Degree Program includes the following: persons desiring career **MATH 164 Math for Elementary Teachers 4 entry skills; displaced workers pursuing retraining into new career areas; and current teacher aides in need of upgraded skills. Total Hours = 22 There are two items of particular interest in this program. The first is the attention given to communications and math skills. Feedback AAS Degree Model (Paraprofessional) from the college curriculum and instruction committee has Professional Education traditionally assured faculty that emphasizing these areas will afford improved academic value for students. **EDUC 221 The American Public School 3 **EDUC 100 Education Observation I 1 The second noteworthy feature concerns the component of special + EDUC 224 Introduction to Special Education 3 education and educational technology in the curriculum. These * EDUC 225 Educational Technology 3 areas are of vital importance to today's educator, and having strong **PSY 262 Human Growth and Development skills in each will enable teacher aides who are graduated from our - and/or - 3 program to contribute significant value to full-time teachers in their **PSY 162 Educational Psychology **CHLD 286 Children’s Literature, Reading, and Lang Arts school settings. - and/or - 3 The Teacher Aide, Paraprofessional AAS Degree Program is **CHLD 285 Principles of Reading Methods complementary to the Early Childhood Education Program and **MATH 174 Math for Elementary Teachers II 4 Associate of Applied Science programs at Highland Community College. The programs will share faculty, facilities, and resources Total Hours = 23 allowing improved economies of delivery. Appraisals of local * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. market need have shown a considerable demand for trained teacher aides. A review of local employers indicates a steady ** IAI approved course demand for this career to address issues of growth and employee + Currently being considered for IAI approval retention.
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT The typical program graduate is prepared to be a teacher’s aide in either a public or private school.
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Electives 21 Required Hours Certificate Model (Paraprofessional) + CHLD 181 Intro to Early Childhood 3 **EDUC 221 The American Public School 3 **PHYD 112 Health **EDUC 100 Education Observation I 1 - or - + EDUC 224 Introduction to Special Education 3 + PHYD 212 Nutrition 2/3 * EDUC 225 Educational Technology 3 - or - **PSY 262 Human Growth and Development + CHLD 186 Health of Young Children - and/or - 3 **NSCI 131 Physical Science **PSY 162 Educational Psychology - or - 4 **CHLD 286 Children’s Literature, Reading, and Lang Arts 3 **NSCI 132 Physical Geography **MATH 164 Math for Elementary Teachers 4 **CHILD 282 Art for Teachers * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 - or - 3 **PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 ART 110 Introduction to Art * SOCI 276 Racism and Diversity in Cont. Society 3 **CHLD 187 Practicum I 3 + CHLD 186 Health of Young Children + CHLD 191 Practicum II 3 **MATH 174 Math for Elementary Teachers II 4 **PSY 261 Teaching Strategies and Styles 3 + CHLD 181 Intro to Early Childhood 3 **SPAN 155 Elementary Spanish 3 **SOCI 274 Marriage and Family 3 Total Hours = 39 + CHLD 189 Child, Family, and Community 3 **CHLD 190 Music and Movement 3 **CJS 208 Juvenile Delinquency 3
Total Hours for Degree = 66
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION (510) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM PHYD 111 Introduction to Physical Education 2 PHYD 212 First Aid 2 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 year baccalaureate program. Highland's program and HIST/POL Requirement 3 comprehensive facility enables the student to receive an excellent Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 background of experience in physical education, sports, and PHYD Activity Elective 1 recreation. SECOND SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours BIOL 114 Personal and Community Health 2 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 College graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs with a SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 major in physical education or the related fields of fitness, health, Mathematics Requirement 4 PHYD Activity Elective 1 recreation, or sports will discover many opportunities for career † Elective(s) 3 employment within the education system as teachers, coaches, trainers, and administrators. Graduates may also find employment THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours within industry as fitness, recreation, and sport specialists and PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 within the health professions as fitness, physical, and recreational Fine Arts Requirement 3 therapists. Mathematics Requirement 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS PHYD Activity Elective 2 Careers in physical education and related fields are challenging, FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours interesting and personally rewarding. The work environment is PHYD 135 Games in Elementary Physical Education 3 most often surrounded with a high degree of enthusiasm and Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 motivation. The guideline listed is recommended only. Students PHYD Activity Elective 1 should check with an academic advisor for specific university Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department Elective 1 and the institution to which they plan to transfer are fully met. Total Hours = 63
PROGRAM CONTACTS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. † Electives: PHYD 112, PHYD 225, PHYD 226, PHYD 227, Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program PSY 261, PSY 262 contacts: Pete Norman, Director of Physical Ed. and Athletics
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PHYSICS (411) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- HIST/POL Requirement 3 year baccalaureate program. Majors in Physics examine natural Fine Arts Requirement 3 phenomena at the fundamental level. Through observation, measurement, and mathematical analysis of processes, Physics SECOND SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours seeks to discover the underlying principles and concepts. * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 * PHYS 143 General Physics I 4 The three most common jobs people have one year after completion of their Bachelor's degree in this major are researcher, THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours science technician, electrical/electronics engineer, and computer * MATH 262 C Programming for Science & Engineering 4 analyst. * MATH 265 Differential Equations 3 * PHYS 144 General Physics II 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Humanities Requirement 3 Those interested in this field should possess a strong aptitude for mathematics and science as well as an interest and curiosity about FOURTH SEMESTER 21 Sem. Hours natural phenomena. The guideline listed is recommended only. BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 Students should check with an academic advisor for specific * MATH 269 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III 4 university requirements in this major. Each student must meet * PHYS 145 General Physics III 4 with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 department and the institution to which they wish to transfer are Social/Behavioral Science Requirements 6 fully met. Total Hours = 74 PROGRAM CONTACTS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Eric Peterson, Physics Faculty
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POLITICAL SCIENCE (504) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ECON 111 Principles of Economics I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 HIST 141 Western Civilization I 3 The political science program provides a thorough introduction to POL 151 Introduction to Political Science 3 all fields of political science. Emphasis is placed on governing Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 systems, local and state government, public policy, the electoral process, foreign policy, and international relations. Opportunities SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours are provided for participation in political campaigns. Visiting * ECON 112 Principles of Economics II 3 speakers often appear on campus to enhance course content. This * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 program is designed for the student intending to pursue a HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3 baccalaureate degree in political science. POL 152 American Government and Politics 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 3
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT THIRD SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours Baccalaureate-degree political science majors typically are HIST 143 U.S. History I 3 employed in private-sector management and public-sector * PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 positions on the local, state, and national levels. A growing number POL 153 State and Local Government 3 of interest groups and foundations are employing more political SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 science majors. The field also serves as preparation for a pre-law Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 major. Mathematics Requirement 3 FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS GEOG 132 Regional Geography of the World 3 The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students HIST 144 U.S. History II 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university * PHIL 282 Ethics 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 to ensure that special requirements of the department and the Fine Arts Requirement 3 institution to which they plan to transfer are met. Total Hours = 64 PROGRAM CONTACTS
Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program *Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. contacts: Andrew Dvorak and Jim Phillips, History Faculty Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social Science
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PRE-DENTISTRY (412) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- Fine Arts Requirement 3 year baccalaureate program. Study in this major provides a foundation for a career in dentistry through study in humanities, SECOND SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours math, and sciences. * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry II 5 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 Humanities Requirement 3 Dentists diagnose and treat diseases of the teeth and tissues of the mouth. Most dentists work in private offices or clinics. Specialty THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours areas include oral surgeon, periodontist, and orthodontist. Dentists require a license to practice. * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 * PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 Those interested in dentistry should have an aptitude in science, good manual dexterity, good hand-eye coordination, and good eyesight. Students must be prepared to continue their education at FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours the professional level after completing their baccalaureate degree. * BIOL 211 General Microbiology 4 The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 * PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4 check with an academic advisor for specific university Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an HIST/POL Requirement 3 advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met. Total Hours = 67
PROGRAM CONTACTS * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Alan Nowicki, Biology Faculty
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PRE-MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (416) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 5 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 year baccalaureate program. Students in this major study how to Fine Arts Requirement 3 become technicians in medical settings. Students learn about laboratory testing techniques, evaluating test results done on SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours patients, interpreting the results of tests, and monitoring laboratory * BIOL 122 Zoology 5 testing instruments. * CHEM 124 General Chemistry II 5 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Typical job titles graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours this major have include chief technologist, laboratory manager, clinical laboratory scientist, immunology technologist, and staff * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 * PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 technologist. SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3 Due to the growth of the middle-aged and older population and HIS/POL Requirement 3 the new development of new diagnostic techniques, there is an Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 increased demand for medical laboratory services. Employment is primarily in hospitals, but there are jobs available in independent FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours laboratories, physicians' offices, veterinarians' offices, and public * BIOL 211 General Microbiology 4 health agencies. * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 * PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4 Humanities Elective 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 Students must have an interest and skills in science and electronic/ computer technology, numerical aptitude, attention to detail, Total Hours = 72 accuracy, precision, patience, and the ability to work under pressure. The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic advisor for specific university * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Natural Science and Health Division
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PRE-MEDICINE (418) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- Social/Behavioral Science Requirements 6 year baccalaureate program. Study in this major provides a foundation for a career in medicine through study in humanities, SECOND SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours math, and sciences. * BIOL 112 Zoology 5 * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Fine Arts Requirement 3 Physicians are licensed health-care providers who use science and Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 the healing arts to diagnose and treat illness and injury, as well as provide advice and encouragement about health maintenance and THIRD SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours disease prevention. Most physicians work in private offices, clinics, * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 hospitals, or medical schools. * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 5 * PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3 PHIL 282 Ethics 3 Those interested in the field of medicine should have an aptitude for science, good interpersonal skills, emotional stability, and a FOURTH SEMESTER 20 Sem. Hours desire to help the injured and sick. Students must be prepared for * BIOL 211 General Microbiology 4 further educational training at the professional level beyond the * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 baccalaureate degree. Medical schools limit enrollment and * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 students compete vigorously for admission. Students should * PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4 check with an academic advisor and begin to independently HIST/POL Requirement 3 investigate medical school admissions policies. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special Total Hours = 76 requirements of the department and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met. The guideline listed is recommended only. * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Alan Nowicki, Biology Instructor
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PRE-PHARMACY (422) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- HIST/POL Requirement 3 year baccalaureate program. Study in this major provides a Fine Arts Requirement 3 foundation for a career in pharmacy through study in humanities, math, and sciences. SECOND SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours * BIOL 112 Zoology 5 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Pharmacists prepare and dispense medications. They cooperate in * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 5 the prevention and treatment of disease by providing drug information to other health care practitioners and patients. THIRD SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours Pharmacists also must be extremely accurate in dispensing drugs * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 and maintaining records. * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 The four most common jobs graduates in this field have after * PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 completion of their advanced degree are pharmacist, health SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 technician, health care manager, and health aide. Pharmacists Humanities Requirement 3 require a license to practice. FOURTH SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * BIOL 211 General Microbiology 4 * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 Students interested in this field should have an aptitude in science * PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4 and math. Students must also be prepared to continue their SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 education at the professional level beyond a baccalaureate degree. Humanities/Fine Arts Requirements 3 The guideline listed is recommended only. Students should check with an academic advisor for specific university Total Hours = 72 requirements in this major. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met. * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Alan Nowicki, Biology Faculty
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PRE-VETERINARY MEDICINE (424) Associate of Science FIRST SEMESTER 18 Sem. Hours BIOL 110 Principles of Biology 4 * CHEM 123 General College Chemistry I 5 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 This program is intended to provide the first two years of a four- Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 year baccalaureate program. Study in this major provides a HIST/POL Requirement 3 foundation for a career in veterinary medicine through study in humanities, math, and sciences. SECOND SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours * BIOL 112 Zoology 5 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT * CHEM 124 General College Chemistry II 5 * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Veterinarians diagnose, treat, and control the spread of diseases Fine Arts Requirement 3 among animals. Many limit practice to companion animals. Others Humanities Requirement 3 focus on food producing animals (cattle, poultry, fish, sheep, swine), food safety inspection, horses, laboratory animals, or THIRD SEMESTER 20 Sem. Hours research and education. * BIOL 211 Microbiology 4 The most common jobs graduates with advanced degrees in * CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I 4 veterinary medicine have are staff veterinarian, rResearch * MATH 168 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 5 veterinarian, veterinarian medical officer, and public health * PHYS 141 Introductory Physics I 4 Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 veterinarian. Veterinarians require a license to practice. FOURTH SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II 4 Students interested in this field should have an aptitude toward * MATH 268 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 5 science, good interpersonal skills, emotional stability, physical * PHYS 142 Introductory Physics II 4 stamina, and an interest in animals. Students also must be prepared SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 to continue their education at the professional level after Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 completing a baccalaureate degree. Schools of veterinary medicine limit enrollment and students compete vigorously for Total Hours = 76 admission. Students should check and an academic advisor and * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. begin to independently investigate veterinary school admissions policies. Each student must meet with an advisor to ensure that the special requirements of the department and the institution to which they wish to transfer are fully met. The guideline listed is recommended only.
PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: Alan Nowicki, Biology Instructor
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PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION Certification Requirements
Students interested in teaching in the State of Illinois have choices of certification in many areas. The following are the most popular categories: - Early Childhood (Birth through Grade 3) - Elementary (Kindergarten through Grade 9) - Secondary (Grades 6 through 12) - Special (Kindergarten through Grade 12) Highland Community College provides general education courses and some professional courses for students interested in any of these areas. Many courses are the same for all certification levels; however, the number of hours required in certain disciplines may vary. Students interested in the teaching profession should contact an academic advisor for up-to-date information regarding state requirements and senior institution admission requirements.
Special Notes:
Early Childhood Education Highland Community College's Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education will NOT satisfy teacher certification requirements in the State of Illinois.
Elementary Education Students need to declare an area of emphasis after transferring to a senior institution. Working with an academic advisor will help clarify students' choices in these areas.
Secondary/Special Education Students should declare a major in a specific area such as history, biology, speech, hearing impaired, etc. General education and professional education courses complete the program. The guideline on the next page is intended to give students a general idea of course choices. Education majors are required to consult with an academic advisor, faculty member, and/or the Coordinator of Advising and Transfer to ensure proper course selection and program advising. Certification requirements are subject to change due to legislation or Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) decisions.
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PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (506) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM HIST 143-4 U.S. History I or II 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 This program is designed for the student intending to transfer to a SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 senior institution to complete a baccalaureate degree. Life Science Requirement 4
NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT SECOND SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 Graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in this major are Humanities Requirement 3 typically employed as teachers in elementary schools, secondary * Mathematics Requirement 3 schools, colleges and universities, religious organizations, and civic/ Physical Science Requirement 4 social organizations. † Elective 3
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students † EDUC 224 Introduction to Special Education 3 POL 152 American Government and Politics 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university † PSY 261 Educational Psychology 3 requirements in this major. requirements in this major. Fine Arts Requirement 3 † Electives 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program FOURTH SEMESTER 16/17 Sem. Hours contacts: * EDUC 100 Educational Observation I - or - 1/2 Mike Sleezer, Education and Psychology Faculty * EDUC 200 Educational Observation II Paul Rabideau, Education and Psychology Faculty * EDUC 221 American Public Schools 3 Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social * PSY 162 Child Psychology Science - or - 3 * PSY 262 Human Growth and Development † Electives 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirements 6
Total Hours = 63/64
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. † Choices should be made after consulting with an academic advisor
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PSYCHOLOGY (516) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM * INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems 3 * MATH 171 Finite Mathematics 4 This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 senior institution to complete a baccalaureate degree. Among Fine Arts Requirement 3 courses in the program are personality development, counseling, and social, clinical, educational, experimental, and industrial SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours psychology. * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 * MATH 177 Statistics 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT PHIL 282 Ethics 3 * PSY 162 Child Psychology Graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in this major are - or - 3 typically employed as social workers or counselors in civic, health, * PSY 262 Human Growth and Development industrial and governmental agencies, as well as in personnel offices Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3 and educational institutions. THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS * PSY 268 Introduction to Personality 3 SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students Elective 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university HIST/POL Requirement 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 to ensure that special requirements of the department and the university to which they plan to transfer are met. FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS * PSY 264 Social Psychology 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program Elective 3 contacts: Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 Dr. Mike Sleezer, Psychology Faculty Paul Rabideau, Psychology Faculty Total Hours = 62 Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Science
NOTE: Foreign language may be required by senior institutions for a Bachelor of Arts degree. Additional science and math courses are required for Bachelor of Science degrees. Students should check with their academic advisor to determine proper course selection.
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SOCIOLOGY (508) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 This program is designed to facilitate the understanding of human SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 behavior within the context of the greater human community. The Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 program prepares students to select the option of transferring from Highland to a senior institution to pursue a baccalaureate SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours degree. In addition to a general survey course about sociology, the * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 program also offers courses covering topics such as family, social SOCI 271 Social Problems 3 problems, social work, criminology, and anthropology. SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Fine Arts Requirement 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 Graduates of the program may immediately seek employment in THIRD SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours entry-level positions with social-service agencies. Those choosing to * MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Mathematics complete a baccalaureate program will racquire skills leading to - or - 4 careers in areas that focus on human relations, social organizations, * MATH 171 Finite Mathematics and the like. Social work, teaching, health care, and community * PSY 262 Human Growth and Development 3 work often attract sociology majors. Students may choose to SOCI 177 Introduction to Anthropology 3 pursue an advanced degree after program completion. SOCI 274 The Family 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement 3
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students * MATH 177 Statistics 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university PHIL 282 Ethics 3 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor POL 152 American Government and Politics 3 to ensure that special requirements of the department and the * PSY 264 Social Psychology 3 university to which they plan to transfer are met. SOCI 275 Criminology 3
PROGRAM CONTACTS Total Hours = 62 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program contacts: * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. Kim Goudreau, Sociology Faculty Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social Science
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SPEECH (308) Associate of Arts FIRST SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Foreign Language 4 This program is designed for the student intending to transfer to a HIST/POL Requirement 3 senior institution to complete a baccalaureate degree. Courses Physical/Life Science Requirement 4 explore how ideas and messages are exchanged at the interpersonal level, through public address, and in terms of mass media. SECOND SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT SPCH 192 Introduction to Public Speaking 3 Foreign Language 4 Graduates of baccalaureate programs in this major are often * Mathematics Requirement 3 employed in sales, secondary schools and colleges as teachers, Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 3 radio/television, industrial/management training, public relations, personnel administration, governmental agency administration, and THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours retailing. ART 110 Introduction to Art - or - 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS MUS 267 Introduction to Music * ENGL 223 Introduction to Fiction 3 The course guideline listed is recommended only. Students PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 should check with an academic advisor for specific university Speech Electives 6 requirements in this major. Students must meet with an advisor to ensure that special requirements of the department and the FOURTH SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours institution to which they plan to transfer are met. * ENGL 224 Introduction to Poetry 3 PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS PHIL 282 Ethics 3 Physical/Life Science Requirement 3 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program Speech Elective 3 contacts: Alan Wenzel, Speech/Communication Faculty Total Hours = 63 Jim Yeager, Speech/Communication Faculty Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/Social Science * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
Suggested Electives SPCH 193 SPCH 199 SPCH 290 SPCH 291 SPCH 292 SPCH 293
NOTE: All speech emphasis majors are encouraged to participate in speech activities during all four semesters.
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THEATRE (308) Associate of Arts The Highland Theatre Company Acting majors at Highland are organized into a company of players ABOUT OUR PROGRAM that trains together as an ensemble. The company is exclusively responsible for at least two productions each school year. Summer This program is designed for the student intending to transfer to a and special productions are open to everyone, including non- senior institution to complete a baccalaureate degree. The student actors and technicians. curriculum offers an emphasis in acting or technical theatre. Acting students complete a greater number of performance-oriented courses. Technical theatre students complete a greater number of courses oriented to technical training. Separate curricula are Actor-Training Guidelines provided as guidelines and are designed to lead to an Associate of FIRST SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours Arts degree. * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 * MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Mathematics 4 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT PHYD 239 Body Mechanics 1 Graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in this major THEA 184 Principles of Acting I 3 typically are employed in educational institutions, community THEA 187 Introduction to Technical Theatre I 3 theatres, social agencies, religious organizations, professional theatres, and radio/television stations. SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS HIST 141 Western Civilization I 3 PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 Students should check with an academic advisor for specific PHYD 239 Body Mechanics 1 university requirements in this major. This guideline is * THEA 185 Principles of Acting II 3 recommended with the aim of maximum transferability. Courses MUS 167 Class Voice I 2 will transfer as either general education, lower-division theatre major courses, or theatre electives. THIRD SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 * NSCI 134 Introduction to Astronomy 3 PROGRAM CONTACTS HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities 3 Students planning to major in theatre with an acting emphasis PHYD 239 Body Mechanics 1 should contact John Webb or a Theatre Department THEA 198 Applied Theatre II 2 THEA 196 Introduction to Theatre 3 representative before enrolling. The actor-training program is intensive, and an interview with John Webb will greatly benefit FOURTH SEMESTER 16 Sem. Hours students’ chances of success in this program. SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program BIOL 120 Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology 5 contacts: ART 110 Introduction to Art 3 John Webb, Director of Fine Arts PHYD 239 Body Mechanics 1 Elwyn Webb, Theatre Technician THEA 197 Applied Theatre I 1 Dr. Thompson Brandt, Associate Dean Humanities/ THEA 186 Stage Make-up 2 THEA 283 Theatre Practicum 1 Social Science Total Hours = 63
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Technical-Theatre Guidelines FIRST SEMESTER 19 Sem. Hours * ENGL 121 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 * MATH 165 Quantitative Literacy in Mathematics 4 THEA 283 Theatre Practicum 3 THEA 196 Introduction to Theatre 3 THEA 187 Introduction to Technical Theatre I 3
SECOND SEMESTER 15 Sem. Hours * ENGL 122 Rhetoric and Composition II 3 PHIL 281 Introduction to Philosophy 3 HIST 141 Western Civilization I 3 THEA 296 Introduction to Technical Theatre II 3 THEA 283 Theatre Practicum 3
THIRD SEMESTER 17 Sem. Hours PSY 161 Introduction to Psychology 3 * NSCI 134 Introduction to Astronomy 3 HUMA 104 Introduction to Humanities 3 THEA 186 Stage Make-Up 2 THEA 283 Theatre Practicum 3 ART 110 Introduction to Art 3
FOURTH SEMESTER 13 Sem. Hours SOCI 171 Introduction to Sociology 3 THEA 283 Theatre Practicum 3 THEA 189 Intro to Costuming 3 Life Science Requirement 4
Total Hours = 64
* Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions.
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WEB DESIGN (210) Associate of Applied Science Suggested Electives for Specialist Block ART/MUS ABOUT OUR PROGRAM ART 113 Drawing I ART 114 Drawing II The Associate of Applied Science Program in Web Design ART 115 Basic Design I concentrates on creating cutting-edge application development for ART 116 Basic Design II the World Wide Web and other digital media. Course materials ART 120 Life Drawing I include Internet fundamentals, advanced authoring, animation and ART 201 Introduction to Photography I graphic development, programming, and database integration. ART 218 Graphic Design II ART 238 Graphic Design IV NATURE OF WORK AND EMPLOYMENT MUS 150 Fundamentals of Music MUS 157 Class Guitar I The Web Design Degree can lead to employment in entry-level MUS 161 Theory I Web development, Web and Network administration, game design, MUS 167 Class Voice I and commercial or personal media production. Many entry-level MUS 172 Applied Music employment positions are freelance/contract in nature, though MUS 177 Class Piano I skilled graduates can usually work toward full-time employment. INFT SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS INFT 135 PowerPoint The program starts with a core of information system, art, and INFT 137 Desktop Publishing INFT 145 Beginning Access design skills and then immerses the student in specialized digital INFT 147 Advanced Access media technology experiences. The program is structured to INFT 180 Introduction to Information Systems provide a solid academic background as well as hands-on activities, INFT 182 Microcomputer Hardware and DOS while offering career counseling and opportunities for professional INFT 185 Visual BASIC work-based experiences. INFT 202 Web Programming INFT 282 A+ Certification PROGRAM CONTACTS INFT 284 Net+ Certification INFT 290 Prin. of Computer Science II/Data Structures Call Highland at 815/235-6121 for the following program INFT 295 Special Topics - Security contacts: Dr. Michael Spangler, Dean Business & Technology Mr. Jeremy Monigold, Information Systems Faculty Suggested Electives for the Business block. Mr. Sam Tucibat, Graphic Design Faculty ACCT 105 Elements of Accounting Required Courses ACCT 115 Computer Applications in Accounting ACCT 213 Financial Accounting ART 118 Graphic Design I 3 BUSN 121 Introduction to Business ART 228 Graphic Design III 3 BUSN 124 Introduction to Small Business ART 260 Design Studio 3 BUSN 143 Fundamentals of Retailing * Communications (COMM 101, BUSN 141 or ENGL 121) 3 BUSN 149 Small Business Management INFT 160 Digital Images & Sound 1 BUSN 223 Business Law I INFT 204 Digital Design & Image Editing 3 BUSN 244 Principles of Advertising INFT 260 Computer Animation/Interactivity 3 BUSN 246 Principles of Marketing INFT-Programming (INFT 190 or INFT 191) 3 ECON 111 Principles of Economics I Mathematics (BUSN 125, MATH 111, 162 or higher) 3 ECON 112 Principles of Economics II MUS 155 Digital Audio Development 2 OCED 250 Career Seminar 1 OCED 290 Work Place Experience 4 * Course has a prerequisite. See course descriptions. SPCH 191 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Business Electives 6 Specialist Electives: All from either ART/MUS or INFT 19 Total Hours 60 122 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E Course Descriptions Order of Course Listings Course Title The course title is intended to provide a very brief description The courses offered by Highland are listed on the following of course content. Course titles that are followed by a I, II, or III pages. Listings are grouped alphabetically by discipline (e.g. indicate that the course belongs to a sequence of two or three agriculture, mathematics, etc.). A syllabus for each course, giving courses that study different aspects, or levels, of the same topic. a greater detailed description of course content than is found in this catalog, is on file in the College library. Course Data Discipline (Subject) Code Each course title is followed by four categories of course data, as described below: The first line of each course description begins with a three or four letter code that identifies to what discipline the course Credits belongs. Each discipline is identified by a separate code that is This number signifies the semester hours of credit the student listed after the beginning of each discipline’s section. will earn by successfully completing the course. If the number is followed by a V, Highland may offer the course for a variable Course Numbers amount of credit hours with the number stated being the The first digit of a course number indicates its classification maximum amount allowed. For example, 3V would indicate that according to the year it should be taken. Courses that begin the course could be offered for one credit, two credits or three with a zero (0) are less than freshman-level courses that carry credits. Each semester’s course schedule will list the semester credit but are not intended to transfer to other colleges nor hours available for any variable credit course. count toward degree requirements. Courses that begin with a one (1) are generally freshman-level courses that should be Lecture taken during the first year of college. Courses that begin with a This number represents the number of lecture or discussion two (2) are usually sophomore-level courses that should be hours per week in class. taken during the second year of college. Lab Types of Credit This number represents the number of laboratory or activity At the right of each course number is a credit code that signifies hours per week in class. the type of credit that the course carries. Repeat D This is a developmental course and includes basic This number represents how many times a class may be knowledge necessary for pursuit of other course offerings. repeated for credit. The maximum amount of hours that may be It cannot be part of a transfer program, but may be earned for any repeatable course will be listed in the course specified as part of other degrees and certificates. description.
O This type of course is usually in Applied Science or Prerequisites Occupational Certificate programs. Some of these courses Prerequisites, if any, are listed under the course data line of each may transfer depending upon the major. Students should course description. A prerequisite refers to courses that must be check with an academic advisor. satisfactorily completed prior to the beginning of a particular course. T These courses are most often articulated with state universities and are usually transferrable. Students should check with an academic advisor.
V These courses are usually part of specialized certificate programs and are generally not transferrable. Students should check with an academic advisor.
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Distance Learning Students at Highland Community College have several options for distance learning courses: telecourses (videotape-based classes), interactive video classes (two-way television) and Internet-based classes. Each of these formats has unique apects and requirements. While many students who enroll in these classes do not come to either the Highland main or west campus, there are on-campus students who opt to enroll in the distance learning courses because of the convenience they offer.
Telecourses are college-credit courses prepared by national experts in particular subjects. Their material is presented in textbooks as well as on video, usually on VHS videotapes (although some may be available on DVD). Courses differ in the number and length of the video programs. Tapes are available at many of the HCC district libraries, as well as at the main campus library. The courses require the use of the HCC course management software, Blackboard, which is accessible via the Internet. Students who do not have Internet access at home may opt to go to a district library to complete the course requirements. Testing methods also differ amongst the telecourses; some require the students to go to a proctored test environment available at the main campus and district libraries. For further information, contact the Highland Library at 599- 3456. Additional information may be viewed at http:// www.highland.edu/online/telecourses.asp
Interactive video classes are college-credit classes taught by instructors who may be on the HCC campus or another campus and who teach the class according to the schedule of the originating institution, via two-way television. The HCC location is on the first floor of the Student Conference Center and students must attend classes there.
Online courses are college-credit courses that are conducted via the Internet. They are taught mostly by HCC faculty, although there are also courses available through a statewide network with other community colleges and 4-year colleges. Online courses also require the use of the Blackboard course management software. Interested students may go to http:// www.highland.edu/online for more information.
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Accounting (ACCT) ACCT 116 O Introduction to Payroll Accounting ACCT 101 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Foundations of Accounting Introduces the student to the principles of payroll administration. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Among the topics covered are gross pay determination; Social Security Provides basic accounting knowledge for entry into applied accounting and income tax withholding; employee deductions and benefits; federal courses. Introduction to a general journal/general ledger accounting and state laws affecting payroll administration; deposit rules for forms system, recording debits and credits, preparation of the income 941, 940, and 8109; and preparing W-2 and W-3 forms. A maximum of statement, balance sheet, and statement of owner’s equity is included. four (4) credit hours may be earned in this course.
ACCT 102 O ACCT 211 O Fundamentals of Bookkeeping Federal Income Tax Accounting *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the beginning accounting student to the fundamentals of Studies income taxation with the primary emphasis on individual the record-keeping area of accounting. Proper methods for keeping taxation. Some coverage of corporate and partnership taxation is records, posting and preparing trial balances, and statements will be made. Topics studied are gross income, including business and included. investment income, deductions, and credits. The course is designed for accounting and business students and for the general public interested ACCT 105 T in studying taxation. Elements of Accounting *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 ACCT 212 O Introduces students to basic accounting principles and procedures as Business Income Tax they are applied to accounting for service and merchandising *COURSE DATA; CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 businesses. Includes the recording of transactions in general and special Studies income taxation as it applies to business taxes. Topics studied journals, the posting process, adjusting and closing entries, and the are one-owner businesses, partnerships, corporations, and fiduciary preparation of accounting worksheets and financial statements. A taxpayers; and special problems relating to gains and losses, property maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this course. transactions and recapture provisions, accounting periods, and methods. A maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this ACCT 114 O course. Accounting Tools for the Small Business Manager ACCT 213 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Financial Accounting Includes a system of lectures, discussions, and problem-solving activities *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 designed to develop competence in financial planning, control, and PREREQUISITE: ACCT 105 or consent of instructor evaluation of small businesses. Provides an introduction to corporate accounting and reporting issues as they relate to investors, creditors, and managers. Theoretical and practical issues related to accounting for cash equivalents, receivables, ACCT 115 O inventory, liabilities, non-current assets, common and preferred stock, Computer Applications in Accounting bonds, investments, and financial statement analysis. A maximum of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in this course. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 101 or concurrent enrollment in ACCT 105 or 213, or consent of instructor IAI Code: BUS 903 Introduces the student to microcomputer accounting systems, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, and asset depreciation applications. Provides for hands-on experience with an accounting system software package. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be earned in this course.
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ACCT 214 T AGRI 284 T Managerial Accounting Introductory Soils *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ACCT 213 Investigates the origin, formation, and biological, chemical and physical Provides an introduction to the use of accounting information in properties of soils. This is a beginning course in soils and is the basis for planning, directing, and controlling business operations. Theoretical further Agronomy courses. IAI Code: AG 904 and practical issues related to accounting for modern manufacturing operations, costing inventories, preparing budgets and performance AGRI 286 T reports, and utilizing decision-making techniques. A maximum of twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in this course. IAI Code: BUS Field Crop Science 904 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Studies growth, reproduction, and utilization of crops; crop hazards and environments; and cropping and tillage principles and practices. IAI Code: AG 903
Agricultural (AGRI)
AGRI 182 T Agricultural Occupations (AGOC) Introductory Agricultural Mechanization *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 AGOC 120 O Includes problems, discussions, and laboratory exercises examining present and potential engineering applications in agriculture. Emphasis Principles of Farm Management is on farm power and machinery, soil and water control, farm *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: AGOC 124 or consent of instructor. electrification, and farm structures. IAI Code: AG 906 Applies economic principles to the organization and operation of farms, complete and partial budgeting, crops and livestock decision- AGRI 184 T making methods, machinery decisions, farm financial management and Introduction to Agricultural Economics decisions related to farm leases. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Covers the basic economic principles of agricultural firms, current farm AGOC 124 O problems, domestic and foreign demand, agricultural marketing, Economics of Agricultural Production agricultural finance, and characteristics of agricultural production, and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 agricultural policy. IAI Code: AG 901 Considers the basic economic principles of agricultural firms, such as production principles, profit maximization, supply and demand, AGRI 186 T characteristics of farms and farm production, the role of our natural Introduction to Animal Science resources, and current problems in agriculture. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Surveys the fundamentals of nutrition and management, ruminant and AGOC 127 O non-ruminant animal digestion, genetics of breeding and improvement, Forage Production marketing livestock and the handling of livestock products and the *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 physiology of animals. IAI Code: AG 902 Studies legume and grass crops as they are used for hay, silage, and pasture. Seed establishment, weed control, disease, insects, fertility, AGRI 188 T harvesting, and usage will be covered. Introductory Horticultural Science *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 AGOC 141 O Introduces the principles and practices involved in the development, Grain Conditioning and Handling Systems production, and use of horticultural crops (fruit, vegetable, greenhouse, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 turf, nursery, floral, and landscape). IAI Code: 905 Covers how grain dries, the effect of drying on quality, dryers and drying methods, designing and sizing systems, materials flow, storage problems, and control and safety of systems. 126 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
AGOC 142 O AGOC 222 O Livestock Facilities and Waste Management Marketing Agricultural Products *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Covers the design of beef, dairy, and swine facilities including Discusses the economic, psychological, and sociological problems of ventilation, insulation, environment, space and scheduling, feed the distribution of farm products and supplies. Factors such as market movement, and methods of waste storage and disposal consistent with information, advertising, packaging, services, risks, and futures are environmental standards. analyzed. The present types of markets and the trends in marketing are considered. This course may be taken with emphasis on livestock AGOC 143 O marketing, grain marketing, or both. Evaluation of Livestock Animals *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 AGOC 223 O Presents the basic criteria necessary in evaluating livestock animals and The Dairy Industry provides the opportunity to gain actual evaluation experiences with live *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 animals. The course will include the preparation and the oral delivery of Surveys the industry, including dairy production, dairy equipment, and placement evaluations. dairy product processing and distribution.
AGOC 144 O AGOC 225 O Evaluation of Dairy Animals Artificial Insemination *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: .5 • LAB: 1 • REPEAT: 0 Presents the basic criteria necessary for evaluating dairy animals and Studies the physiology of the reproductive tract of farm animals and provides the opportunity to gain actual evaluation experience with live the use of insemination equipment for the breeding of livestock. The animals. The course will include the preparation and the oral delivery of course will be taught primarily for swine insemination. Completion of placement evaluations. this course will approve the student as an Artificial Insemination Technician. AGOC 145 O Dairy Production AGOC 226 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Feed and Livestock Industry Considers the principles and practice of milk production. Topics include *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 the physiology of milk secretion, feeding of the dairy herd, and raising Studies livestock nutrition with emphasis on feeds and their value, replacement stock. utilization formulation, and use of feed industry information. Management, feeding, and health of beef cattle, dairy, and swine are AGOC 220 O included in the course. Financing Agricultural Production *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 AGOC 229 O Investigates ways and means of securing and using borrowed capital. Agri-Business Seminar Priority use of capital, sources and types of credit, the financial *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 statements, and the pros and cons of various types of financing are Provides for a series of lectures and discussions related to management considered. Capital planning is considered for the agricultural firm. of agri-business. Some are led by agri-business authorities or specialists in particular areas. An agri-business firm management problem will be AGOC 221 O studied and analyzed during the course. An agri-business sales Agricultural Policies, Programs, and Legal experience will also be part of the course. Problems *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 AGOC 240 O Analyzes the unique position of food producers and considers the Farm Business Records and Analysis statement, intent, and results of international, federal, and state laws *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 and policies and their application to specific situations. A study of the Introduces the practical use of accounts and records in the major farm organizations structure programs with a field trip will be management of the farm. Farm financial accounts, production records, included. budgeting, and the use of records in analyzing the farm business are included. 127 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
AGOC 241 O Art (ART) Applied Swine Science *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 ART 110 T Emphasizes the production aspects of efficiency, breeding, selection, Introduction to Art feeds, nutrition, sow and pig management, feeder pig production, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 market hog management, herd health, and production costs. Introduces non-art majors to art appreciation through a study of various art concepts, processes, and major art historical periods. This AGOC 242 O will fulfill general education requirements under the Fine Arts group or Applied Beef Cattle Science general education elective needs. The course utilizes visual arts slide/ *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 lectures. IAI Code: F2 900 Includes production systems, efficiency of production, feeds and nutrition, breeding, selection, cow-calf herd management, feeder cattle ART 111 T management, feed lot management, and beef cattle health. Art of the Western World *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 AGOC 243 O Surveys major western world art forms emphasizing historical, religious, Swine Management philosophical, and social contexts. This course is based on the TV series Art of the Western World. It is an in-depth study of the periods *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 covered using a major art history text. Emphasizes the economic aspects of swine enterprise production systems. The economics of selection and breeding, ration analysis and cost, and the marketing of swine are considered. ART 113 T Drawing I AGOC 245 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 Dairy Management Introduces the principles and elements of design and composition using *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 a variety of drawing materials. Line, shape, texture, value, and perspective are emphasized. Lecture, slides, discussion, and drawing are Emphasizes the organizational management of the dairy herd including the methods used. IAI Code: ART 904 farmstead and building design, herd improvement, herd nutrition, and health. ART 114 T AGOC 249 V Drawing II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 Orientation to Agri-Management PREREQUISITE: ART 113 or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides a continuation of ART 113. Further develops drawing skills and Includes lectures and discussions led by management authorities. techniques, with an emphasis on individual creative concepts. Explores Individualized study and term projects will be completed. additional materials and color theory. IAI Code: ART 905
ART 115 T Basic Design I Air Conditioning, Heating and Ventilation *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 (ACHR) Introduces students to elements of design and structure through two- dimensional design principles and theories. Emphasis on creative problem solving using a variety of media including the computer. ACHR 101 V IAI Code: ART 907 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Describes the fundamentals of refrigeration and refrigeration theory which include the various condensers, compressors, and related components.
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ART 116 T ART 211 T Basic Design II Painting I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ART 115 or consent of instructor PREREQUISITE: ART 113 and ART 115 or consent of instructor. Continues the intensive study of the elements of design and structure Explores oil and/or acrylic painting using basic painting techniques and through three-dimensional design principles and theories using a color theory. Emphasis is placed on concepts and material. variety of media. IAI Code: ART 908 IAI Code: ART 911
ART 117 T ART 212 T Pottery I Painting II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ART 211 or consent of instructor Explores the capabilities and limitations of clay as a material for creative expression. Functional and sculptural approaches to the material will be Includes further exploration of oil and/or acrylic painting techniques explored through hand building and wheel-throwing techniques. emphasizing personal expression. Glazing and decorating techniques, demonstrations, slide lectures, and individual critiques are covered in this class. IAI Code: ART 912 ART 213 T Printmaking I ART 118 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 Graphic Design I PREREQUISITES: ART 113 andART 115, or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 Explores relief and silkscreen printing as a means of artistic expression. PREREQUISITE: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, ART 113 and ART 115 Color composition and concept will be emphasized. A variety of or consent of instructor papers and materials will be explored. Graphic Design I is a study of basic design principles as related to business and the advertising industry. Individual projects will include problems in typography, logo design, corporate identity systems, and ART 214 T business forms using traditional tools and computer graphics software. Printmaking II Macintosh and Windows computers will be used. IAI Code: ART 918 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITES: ART 213 or consent of the instructor Explores additional printing processes including intaglio and ART 119 T lithography. Sculpture I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 ART 215 T Gives the student a basic understanding of three-dimensional form and its manipulation into compositional works. Work will be done with a Art History I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 number of media, including clay, alabaster stone, and found objects. Demonstrations, slide lectures, and group and individual critiques are SSurveys the major works of art and architecture from prehistoric times used. IAI Code: ART 913 through the Middle Ages. Emphasis is placed on historical, cultural, and societal relevance of works of art from this period. IAI Codes: F2 901 and ART 901 ART 120 T Life Drawing I ART 216 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ART 114 or consent of instructor Art History II The study of the human form from observation and invention using a *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 variety of drawing methods and media. IAI Code: ART 906 Surveys the major works, ideas, and influences of the visual arts from the Renaissance through the 18th century. Emphasis is placed on historical, cultural, and societal relevance of works of art from this ART 201 T period. IAI Codes: F2 902 and ART 902 Introduction to Photography I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Includes the history of the medium as well as the techniques of black and white 35 mm film processing, printing, and mounting. Composition and aesthetic quality are emphasized using the student’s camera. 129 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
ART 217 T Auto Body Repair (AUTB) Pottery II The Auto Body Program is competency based. Check with the *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 instructor before registering for any course. PREREQUISITE: ART 117 or consent of instructor Continues ART 117 with an emphasis on craftsmanship and concepts AUTB 180 O with emphasis on craftsmanship and concepts with a concentration in wheel-thrown work. In-depth work with glazes and stains. Slides, Basic Auto Electrical Systems *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 demonstrations, and individual critiques are used. This electrical course is designed as a prerequisite for automotive electrical classes. Areas of instruction will cover basic electricity, ART 218 O magnetism, basic electronic components, fundamentals of batteries, Graphic Design II and automotive wiring systems. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ART 118 or consent of instructor. Introduces the fundamentals of advertising design. Students continue AUTB 191 O with advanced studies of design principles, research ad formats and Introduction to Auto Body layout, create advertising and editorial designs for magazines and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 books. Traditional tools and computer graphics software will be used PREREQUISITE: WELD 135 or concurrent enrollment with Macintosh and Windows computers. Introduces students to the construction of both the frame and body of an automobile and the construction practices used by the industry. ART 219 T Proper use of tools, safety, and basic practices of metal finishing are part of this course. Modern Art *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 AUTB 192 O Explores European and American Art from the 18th century to the present and the issues and concepts behind the art of modern times. Painting Equipment and Materials *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 IAI Codes: F2 902 and ART 903. Acquaints students with all types of auto refinishing materials, mixtures, and the care and use of painting equipment. Repair ART 228 O procedures are included. Graphic Design III *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 3 AUTB 193 O PREREQUISITE: ART 218 or consent of instructor Frame and Body Alignment I Introduces multimedia and includes focus areas such as presentation, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 animation, marketing, instructional design, print technology, PREREQUISITE: AUTB 191 typography, photographic design, illustration, and WEB design. Teaches students how to analyze and correct one or more damaged Macintosh and Windows computers are used. automobile sections in order to repair vehicles to pre-accident condition. Correcting stresses and strains of the sheet metal and the ART 238 O frame is included. Graphic Design IV *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 15 • REPEAT: 0 AUTB 194 O PREREQUISITE: ART 228 and consent of instructor Auto Body Repair I Prepares the student in an internship setting to apply design skills, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 troubleshoot, and solve problems related to projects in Graphic Design PREREQUISITE: AUTB 191 and related areas. There will be supervision by the instructor and a Introduces students to sheet metal straightening techniques, tools, and mentor. body fillers.
AUTB 195 O Glass, Upholstery, and Trim *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 Includes the study of removing and replacing stationary and moveable glass as well as trim panel removal and seat track repair. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be earned in this course. 130 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
AUTB 197 O Automotive Mechanics (AUTM) Auto Chassis and Accessory Systems *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 AUTM 111 O Studies wheel alignment, suspension systems, cooling system repair, air Suspension and Alignment conditioning, & steering systems repair from damage caused in *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 7 • REPEAT: 0 collisions. PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 113, 115, or consent of instructor Studies the theory of suspension designs and how steering geometry AUTB 291 O affects directional controls and tire wear. The principles of wheel alignment including types of adjustments are covered. Laboratory work Frame and Body Alignment II includes checking and reconditioning suspension systems plus actual *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 PREREQUISITE: AUTB 193 alignment and adjustment procedures. This class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A4, Suspension and Steering. Practices the straightening of heavy auto damage with the use of hydraulic power and the pulls needed to straighten frame or body damage to pre-accident condition. Stress points in automobile doors, AUTM 113 O hood & deck lid alignment, and the replacement of detachable parts Brakes are included. A maximum of 9 credit hours may be earned in this *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 7 • REPEAT: 0 course. PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 111, 115, or consent of instructor Studies the theory of drum, disc, power-assisted, and anti-lock brake AUTB 292 O systems. Includes disassembly and repair procedures necessary for service of hydraulic and electric braking systems. This class will help Auto Body Repair II prepare the student for the ASE test A5, Brakes. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 2 PREREQUISITE: AUTB 194 Includes removing, trimming, fitting, and replacement of damaged AUTM 115 O panels; reforming contours by hand in damaged sheet metal; perfecting Standard Transmission and Final Drives of the final finishing of metal; and final preparation before painting. A *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 7 • REPEAT: 0 maximum of twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in this course. PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 111, 113, or consent of instructor Discusses the theory of standard transmissions and overdrives, AUTB 293 O including clutch, drive shaft, and rear axle assemblies. Laboratory work consists of disassembly, inspection, reconditioning, and reassembly of Paint Applications I all types of standard three- and four-speed transmissions, overdrives, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: AUTB 192 clutches and differential assemblies. This class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A3, Manual Drive Train and Axle. Familiarizes the student with refinishing equipment spot painting and finish taping procedures, masking, paints and paint mixtures. The cause of paint troubles and the complete paint jobs are also included. AUTM 120 O Fundamentals of Engines *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 AUTB 294 O PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 122, 124, or consent of instructor Damage Analysis Studies the basic operating principles of an engine. Operation of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 automotive machine shop equipment is demonstrated. This class will Explains making acceptable estimates, parts ordering, use of estimating help prepare the student for the ASE test A1, Engine Repair. forms, figuring hourly rates, and scheduling auto body repair work.
AUTB 296 O AUTM 122 O Paint Applications II Engine Components and Construction *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 2 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 122, 124, or consent of instructor PREREQUISITE: AUTB 293 Studies the construction and the components of an engine including Provides a continuation of AUTB 293, including total vehicle refinishing the cylinder block, crankshaft, piston assemblies, cylinder heads, and the use of various types of paints, and refinishing equipment. A camshafts, and valve train parts. This class will help prepare the student maximum of fifteen (15) credit hours may be earned in this course. for the ASE test A1, Engine Repair.
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AUTM 124 O AUTM 240 O Fundamentals of Electricity Automatic Transmissions *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 7 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 120, 122, or consent of instructor Studies automatic transmissions of automobiles and light trucks. Studies electrical theory, magnetism, terms, symbols, measurements, as Includes a study of the design, operation, servicing, maintenance, well as automotive circuits including starting and ignition systems. This repair, and testing of automatic transmissions. This class will help class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A6, Electrical/ prepare the student for the ASE test A2, Automatic Transmissions/ Electronic Systems. Transaxle.
AUTM 231 O AUTM 242 O Fundamentals of Electronics Automotive Body Electronics *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 233, 235, 237, and a grade of “C” PREREQUISITE: AUTM 124 or consent of instructor in AUTM 120, 122, 124 or consent of instructor Studies all body electrical components and systems such as remote and Studies electronic theory and components including diodes transistors lighted entry, cruise control, power windows and seats, power door and solid-state circuits. This class will help the student prepare for ASE locks, power antenna, security systems, rear window defogger, and test A6, Electrical/Electronics Systems. electronic traction controls. This class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A6, Electrical/Electronic Systems. AUTM 233 O Fuel Systems AUTM 246 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 233, 235, 237, and a grade of “C” Automotive Servicing in AUTM 120, 122, 124 or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 242 and grade of “C” in AUTM 231, Studies fuel system components and circuits. Gasoline rating and 233, 235, and 237 or consent of instructor additives are also covered along with testing, diagnosing, and repairing Studies service procedures, customer relations, and diagnosis of all the system. This class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A8, areas of auto repair. Includes diagnosis and light repair in all previous Engine Performance. courses studied. This class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A8, Engine Performance. AUTM 235 O Electronic Engine Controls AUTM 248 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 233, 235, 237, and a grade of “C” Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning in AUTM 120, 122, 124 or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 Studies the computerized system and components. Helps student Studies air conditioning fundamentals of standard and automatic prepare for the ASE test A8, Engine Performance. temperature control systems. Diagnose and repair of air conditioning units and the preparation for certification in the handling and recycling AUTM 237 O of CFC12 and retrofitting to 134A. This class will help prepare the student for the ASE test A7, Heating and Air Conditioning. Engine Performance *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 7 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in AUTM 233, 235, 237, and a grade of “C” in AUTM 120, 122, 124 or consent of instructor Studies the diagnosis of engine control systems, ignition systems, fuel and induction system, and the emission control system. This class will help prepare for ASE test A8, Engine Performance.
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Biology (BIOL) BIOL 112 T Zoology BIOL 103 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 Principles of Pharmacology PREREQUISITE: BIOL 110 or consent of instructor. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the study of animals and animal populations. Emphasis is PREREQUISITE: BIOL 120 or 213 placed on the relationship between structure and function, especially in COREQUISITE: Enrollment in the Nursing program animals that represent different levels of evolutionary development. Introduces basic principles of pharmacologic interactions within various Topics include anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, reproduction, body systems. Also includes instruction in mathematical formulas and genetics, and development. Laboratory work includes experiments in safe administration of medication. animal behavior and ecology as well as animal dissection. Required field trips. IAI Code: BIO 915 BIOL 104 O Pharmacology BIOL 116 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECUTRE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Ecology PREREQUISITE: BIOL 103 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 COREQUISITE: Enrollment in the Nursing program Presents how various organisms relate to their environments. Introduces basic principles of pharmacologic interactions within various Examines the principles of ecology as they relate environmental body systems. Also includes instruction in mathematical formulas and problems. Emphasizes personal actions and local problems as they safe administration of medication. relate to more global issues. Emphasis is placed on the needs of plants and animals and how the activities of man affect them. Course may be BIOL 109 T taken for 3 credits without lab or 4 credits with lab. IAI Code: L1 905L Plants and Society *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECUTRE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: High School Biology BIOL 117 T Course intended to satisfy a three credit life science general education Basic Nutrition *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 requirement. Emphasizes scientific inquiry through selected concepts in biology, such as organization, function, heredity, evolution and ecology, Studies the basic elements of nutrition. Emphasis is placed on meeting using plants as the type of organism. Topics include plant chemistry, the normal nutritional needs for individuals of all ages and cultural plant structure, growth, genetics, evolution, physiology, reproduction, backgrounds. and the importance and inter-relationships between plants and humans. IAI Code: L1 901 BIOL 118 T Local Flora BIOL 110 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: .5 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 2 Principles of Biology Focuses on the native plants of northern Illinois. Through the use of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 taxonomic keys and field trips, students will become familiar with the Emphasizes scientific inquiry and principles common to all major fields plants in bloom at the time the course is taken. A maximum of six (6) of biology. Biological issues with personal and social implications will be credit hours may be earned in this course. introduced to enable students to make informed decisions. Covers such topics as cell biology, heredity, ecology and evolution. Satisfies the BIOL 119 T science requirement for non-science majors and provides the Field Ornithology foundation for further study for science or professional majors. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: .5 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 3 Six evening sessions precede a nine- or ten-day field experience during BIOL 111 T which students will actively bird watch in the morning and evening of General Botany each day. During midday, students will travel to new birding areas. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 During the course, students will visit a variety of habitats in Illinois, PREREQUISITE: BIOL 110 or consent of instructor Michigan, Wisconsin, and Canada. On alternate years, the extended Introduces the principles of structure, function, growth, and field experience will visit Big Bend National Park in Texas, the Outer reproduction of higher plants and provides a survey of the plant Banks of North Carolina, or another area offering a distinctive bird kingdom with an emphasis on evolutionary relationships. IAI Code: BIO fauna. A maximum of eight (8) credit hours may be earned in this 914 course.
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BIOL 120 T Business Administration (BUSN) Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 BUSN 103 V Introduces the student to the structure and function of the human Seminar in Supervision body. The entire human body is studied via a systematic approach. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Laboratory experiences illustrate the relationships between structure Covers various problems encountered by persons in supervisory and function in addition to providing clinical correlations. IAI Code: L1 positions including concepts of supervision, communication, planning, 904L controlling, and other special topics relating to supervision.
BIOL 124 T BUSN 121 T Microbes and Society *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Business *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Satisfies a three-credit life science general education requirement. PREREQUISITE: BUSN 125 or equivalent Math course. Emphasizes scientific inquiry through selected concepts in biology Introduces numerous aspects of modern business to the student. including organization, function, heredity, evolution and ecology, using Includes organization, labor-management relations, stock market microbes as the type of organism. Topics include a survey of exploration, marketing, forms of ownership, business functions, as well microorganisms, the role of microorganisms in health and disease, as offering an overview of career choices available in business. The roles ecology of microbes, economic and social impact of microbes, and an and relationships which business plays in society are discussed and introduction to the role of microorganisms in biotechnology. evaluated. IAI Code: BUS 911 IAI Code: L1 903 BUSN 124 O BIOL 211 T Introduction to Small Business General Microbiology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment or completion of BUSN 125 PREREQUISITE: 4 hours of Biology or Chemistry Helps students learn the details of owning and operating their own Includes classification, morphological, physiology, and pathogenesis of business. This is a practical, how-to course that aids the student in microbes. Laboratory work includes experiments in culture, control, preparing a business plan that could be submitted to a banker for a identification, genetics, and industrial uses of microbes. This course will business loan. provide a foundation for students entering the various health and biological professions. IAI Codes: CLS 905 and NUR 905 BUSN 125 O BIOL 213 T Mathematics of Business *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Human Anatomy and Physiology I PREREQUISITE: MATH 061 or Math placement into MATH 065 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 Increases a student’s basic mathematical skills and teaches how to Includes a detailed study of the structure and function of the human utilize those skills in practical business applications. The course covers a body. The integumentary, skeletal, muscle, and nervous systems are comprehensive review of mathematical principles with application in studied down to the cellular and molecular levels. Laboratory work the areas of taxation, banking, discounts, pricing, income includes experiments in physiology, organ, and animal dissection, as determination, transactions in corporate securities, insurance, business well as study of a human cadaver. IAI Codes: L1 904L and NUR 903 graphs, and basic algebra.
BIOL 214 T BUSN 141 O Anatomy and Physiology II Management Communications *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: BIOL 213 or consent of instructor PREREQUISITE: COMM 090 or placement into ENGL 121 Continued detailed study of the structure and function of the human Intended for persons pursuing technical careers, this course includes body. The endocrine, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, excretory, and communication principles and practical applications to on-the-job reproductive systems are studied down to the cellular and molecular situations. Written instruction includes preparation of employment levels. Laboratory work includes experiments in physiology, organ, and materials, business documents, complaint and adjustment letters, and animal dissection, as well as study of a human cadaver. student selected professional topics. Oral topics cover interpersonal IAI Code: NUR 904 communications, presentations, business reports, and student selected activities. 134 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
BUSN 143 O BUSN 229 T Fundamentals of Retailing The Legal Environment of Business *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Presents a detailed analysis of the American retailing industry. The Places emphasis on federal government involvement in business. Topics student will study the methods and technologies successful retailers use include employment, administrative agencies, labor management to establish, organize, operate, and control a modern retailing business. relations, product liability, and problems of legislating control over the Specific emphasis is given to forms of ownership, legal requirements business environment. IAI Code: BUS 913 for business operations in Illinois, and federal reporting requirements. BUSN 241 O BUSN 149 O Principles of Personnel Management *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Small Business Management PREREQUISITE: BUSN 249 or work experience with consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: BUSN 124 Offers a more detailed understanding of human behavior in an Presents a practical approach to the operation of a small business organization. Discussions will relate to the personnel management emphasizing the management, marketing, personnel, and financial system, staffing and organization, individual and group behavior, functions. An understanding of the economic and social environment management-labor relations, remuneration, and EEOC. The course within which small concerns function is developed. Students will have may be taken by all students who are interested in people practice in decision making and utilizing the acquired knowledge of management. business functions and environments by analyzing actual business cases. BUSN 242 O BUSN 221 T Fundamentals of Supervision *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Business Statistics Assists first line and potential supervisors in developing a better *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 166 or 171 or consent of instructor understanding of their jobs and responsibilities. The course promotes ideas for efficiency, identifies management skills, and establishes the Covers measures of central tendency, variability, sampling, statistical supervisor’s place on the management team. Discussions on various inference, simple linear regression, and correlation. This is the first related topics directed at the supervisor’s fundamental needs and course in statistics for business majors. IAI Code: BUS 901 problems will be emphasized.
BUSN 223 T BUSN 244 O Business Law I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Principles of Advertising PREREQUISITE: BUSN 121 or 124 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces civil law. Areas covered are the court system, contracts, Emphasizes the practical techniques of copyrighting, layout, agency and employment, commercial paper, personal property, and production, and media buying. Major advertising media are discussed, bailment. The course is designed to acquaint students with business law such as newspapers, magazines, direct mail, radio, television, and point- and applications as they relate to private citizens. Course is based on of-purchase with emphasis on present-day practices and uses. Uniform Commercial Code. IAI Code: BUS 912 BUSN 246 T BUSN 224 T Principles of Marketing Business Law II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: BUSN 121 or ECON 111 PREREQUISITE: BUSN 121 or 124 Presents an overview of the strategies and tactics used by successful Considers the following topics: sales, security devices, partnerships, firms in the distribution of goods and services to satisfy consumer corporations, real property, estates, bankruptcy, and divorce. It is desires and corporate objectives. Emphasis is placed on the marketing advised that law courses be taken in sequence. concept as a means to integrate American business objectives and consumer needs. The economic, sociological, and psychological factors affecting consumer needs are introduced and discussed.
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BUSN 249 T Chemistry (CHEM) Principles of Management *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 CHEM 101 T PREREQUISITE: BUSN 121 or practical business experience in a supervisory position and consent of instructor Introduction to Chemistry *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Explains the jobs of managers and how they function within an PREREQUISITE: One year of high school algebra, MATH 065, or placement into organization. Class discussion revolves around management theories. MATH 162. Topics discussed include fundamental concepts of management, Presents the fundamental concepts of chemistry. This is a beginning decision-making, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and course for students with no previous background in chemistry. It may controlling. be used as preparation for nursing programs as well as for any general chemistry course. This course does not fulfill the general education science requirement and is not intended to replace other chemistry courses in any curriculum. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be Business Machines (BMAC) earned in this course. CHEM 120 T BMAC 142 O General, Organic, and Bio Chemistry Electronic Calculator *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: High school chemistry or CHEM 101 or consent of instructor and PREREQUISITE: MATH 061 or placement into MATH 065 one year high school algebra or MATH 065 Develops a job entry-level skill for this business machine. The student Includes the study of inorganic, organic, and biological chemistry and is operates the machine using touch control. Business math problems designed to provide the fundamental concepts necessary for the such as percentages, discounts and net amounts, merchandising, rate of understanding of the chemical processes of the human body and increase, decrease, interest, insurance, and invoicing are solved using related subjects such as nutrition, pharmacology, and microbiology. It is electronic calculators. This course is offered in the Office Technology not designed for medical technology or science majors. This course Lab where class time and learning pace are set by the individual. may be taken for three (3) credit hours of lecture. Two (2) hours of laboratory may be taken for an additional one (1) credit hour for a maximum of four (4) credits. The laboratory component includes experiments in inorganic, organic, and biological chemistry. This course is also offered in an online format See the current class schedule. IAI Code: P1 902L (must be 4 credit hours)
CHEM 123 T General College Chemistry I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 166 or concurrent enrollment and high school chemistry or CHEM 101 or consent of instructor Presents the first of a two-semester sequence in general chemistry. This course is for the student planning to major in any science or related field for meeting the General Education requirements. Quantitative applications of principles are stressed and the student is expected to have a good background in basic algebra. Topics covered include atomic structure and the periodic table, stoichiometry, types of reactions, thermochemistry, types of bonds, electron and orbital modeling, and introduction to gas, solid, and liquid chemistry. IAI Codes: P1 902L, CHM 911, EGR 961, and NUR 906
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CHEM 124 T Communications (COMM) General College Chemistry II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 COMM 085 D PREREQUISITE: CHEM 123 or proficiency exam Basic Language Skills Provides a continuation of CHEM 123 with emphasis on acids and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5V • LECTURE: 5 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 bases, chemical equilibrium, rates of reactions, thermodynamics, PREREQUISITE: HCC Placement Test electrochemistry and a study of the periodic table, as well as an Emphasizes the development of language skills in an integrated context introduction to nuclear chemistry. IAI Codes: BIOL 907, CHM 912, — reading, thinking, writing, and speaking. Students will be introduced CLS 907, EGR 962, and NUR 907 to and practice basic grammar and punctuation concepts and they will respond in writing to a variety of readings, revise content for substance CHEM 220 T and clarity, and edit. A maximum of twenty(20) credit hours may be Elementary Organic Chemistry earned in this course. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: CHEM 120 or 123 COMM 086 D This is a beginning organic chemistry course for non-chemistry majors Learning Strategies and is designed for those students majoring in disciplines requiring only *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 one semester of organic chemistry. It provides a survey of basic Provides student involvement in the processes of self-assessment and concepts of aliphatic and aromatic compounds and their applications to self-awareness using a variety of available inventories and checklists. biochemistry. Personality types, learning styles/strategies, attitudes, and preferences will be discussed in relation to academic success and career placement. CHEM 221 T A maximum of eight (8) credit hours may be earned in this course. Organic Chemistry I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: CHEM 124 COMM 087 D Covers the general principles of atomic and molecular structure, Writing Workshop reaction energy transformations, reaction mechanisms, specific *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 COREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in ENGL 121 reactions and nomenclature for alkanes, alkenes and alkynes and an introduction to aromatic systems. Stereochemistry, free radical Based on individual need, includes but is not limited to how the writing mechanisms, substitution mechanisms and elimination mechanisms are process can help the student become a better writer; how to plan and covered. IAI Codes: BIO 908, CHM 913, CLS 908, EGR 963, and NUR write an essay; how to take and support/defend a position on an issue; 908 and how to edit for grammar, usage, spelling, and punctuation. A maximum of four (4) credit hours may be earned in this course. CHEM 222 T COMM 088 D Organic Chemistry II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 Critical Thinking PREREQUISITE: CHEM 221 or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 Continues the systematic study of organic chemistry with an emphasis This course may include but not be limited to sentence construction, on the aromatic families, alkyl halides, organometallic compounds, punctuation, spelling, paragraph development, and development of the amines, aldehydes, ketones, acids, acid derivatives and B-dicarbonyl whole essay based on individual student need. compounds; with biological implications. Lab work centers around syntheses related to the theory discussed in lectures. The techniques COMM 090 D acquired in CHEM 221 are emphasized in this work. Preface to Rhetoric IAI Codes: BIO 909, CHM 914, CLS 909, and EGR 964 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 Emphasizes correct English usage. This course involves a thorough CHEM 225 T review of basic grammatical skills so students consistently write correct Elementary Organic Chemistry Laboratory sentences. Students also learn the basic rhetorical concepts of COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 composition for paragraphs and short themes, and are introduced to PREREQUISITES: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 220 or consent of instructor the word processing skills required for course assignments. A laboratory course designed to give the student an introduction to synthetic organic chemistry including purification and characterization techniques. 137 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
COMM 095 D COMM 214 O Basic Composition Business and Technical Writing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Recommendation of instructor based upon performance in COMM PREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” in BUSN 141, COMM 101 or ENGL 121 090 Investigates contemporary theories of modern business and technical Reviews major aspects of grammar and usage, and presents basic communication. Students observe current styles of usage, discuss concepts of rhetoric. This course is for students who need continued technologies available, and investigate both cultural and ethical issues. work in basic composition skills. Required projects include business letters, memoranda, written and oral reports, and one major research paper. These projects offer COMM 098 D students practical experience in modern communication skills Study Skills and principles. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 This course is designed to help the student to read and to study more efficiently. The instructor and the student plan a program of instruction and practice for improving the student’s vocabulary, comprehension, study skills in the content areas, and/or flexibility in Cosmetology (COSM) reading speed. The area of study is determined by an analysis of standardized reading survey test scores and individual testing. Credit COSM 121 O will be awarded whenever the student can demonstrate a satisfactory Science and Practice of Cosmetology I level of performance. Enrollment may take place at any time. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 Student will identify safety and decontamination procedures required COMM 101 O for safe and sanitary customer services in the cosmetology industry. Technical Communications Students will perform manicures, shampoos, and learn to condition the *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 hair and scalp. PREREQUISITE: COMM 090 or placement into ENGL 121 Teaches technically oriented students the practical communication COSM 122 O skills needed for educational and occupational situations. The student Science and Practice of Cosmetology II will analyze typical communication problems and create written and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 oral projects. PREREQUISITE: COSM 121 or concurrent enrollment Students will identify and demonstrate skills in basic finger waving and COMM 120 D the use of pin curls. Students will perform basic lab services on College Reading Strategies mannequins. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: HCC Placement Test COSM 123 O Provides students with practice and instruction in using college-level Science and Practice of Cosmetology III reading skills. Application of strategies to aid in comprehension is *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 stressed. Students who place into the course and who do not PREREQUISITE: COSM 122 or concurrent enrollment demonstrate a sufficient mastery of the skills must repeat the course. A Students will demonstrate skills in the principles of hair roller maximum of twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in this course. placement and set and comb hair using various patterns and roller style. Students will also learn the operating principles of the clinic’s dispensary and reception desk.
COSM 124 O Science and Practice of Cosmetology IV *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 123 or concurrent enrollment Introduces hair shaping and permanent waving terminology and techniques. Students will shape hair with scissors and razors. Students will also demonstrate sectioning and wrapping for a permanent wave and demonstrate the application of chemicals for permanent waving of the hair. 138 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
COSM 131 0 COSM 143 O Science and Practice of Cosmetology V Science and Practice of Cosmetology XI *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 124 or concurrent enrollment PREREQUISITE: COSM 142 or concurrent enrollment Students will perform business-related math problems and identify and Requires that students perform advanced hairstyling and skin care demonstrate principles of color theory, client consultation, and hair techniques. Students will also learn the principles and techniques of analysis. Students will perform customized permanent wave wraps and artificial eyelash application. A salon internship is available to qualified demonstrate scalp treatments. students in this course.
COSM 132 0 COSM 144 O Science and Practice of Cosmetology VI Science and Practice of Cosmetology XII *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 131 or concurrent enrollment PREREQUISITE: COSM 143 or concurrent enrollment Students will perform semi-permanent and permanent hair coloring A continuation of the performance of advanced hairstyling techniques. procedures, decolorization (lightening), and hair recolorization. This is the culminating course in the program leading to the state board examination. In this course, students complete final course theory and COSM 133 O prepare for their final practical and written course exam. Science and Practice of Cosmetology VII *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 COSM 180 V PREREQUISITE: COSM 132 or concurrent enrollment Introduction to Therapeutic Massage Introduces skills in esthetics (skin care). Students will learn the structure *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1.5 • LAB: 1 • REPEAT: 2 and functions of the skin and identify diseases and disorders of the skin An introduction to anatomical principles, manipulative movements, and perform facial treatments. Also, introduces the application of facial and classic massage therapy techniques. Topics include hygiene, make up. sanitation, environment, client wellness, and the six major categories of massage movements. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be COSM 134 O earned in this course. Science and Practice of Cosmetology VIII *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 133 or concurrent enrollment COSM 190 O Introduces ethnic hair-care principles and techniques and demonstrates Nail Technology I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 nail-extension techniques and procedures. Students will also perform pedicures and other advanced clinic services. An introduction to the profession including: salon conduct, ethics, sanitation, and safety with chemicals and techniques.
COSM 141 O COSM 192 O Science and Practice of Cosmetology IX Nail Technology) *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 134 or concurrent enrollment PREREQUISITE: COSM 190 or concurrent enrollment Introduces basic anatomy and physiology related to the application of Students will identify and demonstrate understanding of nail product cosmetology services. A basic understanding of nerves and muscles as chemistry, anatomy and physiology of skin and nails, diseases or they relate to proper cosmetology service techniques will be disorders of the nail, and infection control. developed. Students will perform hair analysis and various advanced hair-styling techniques. COSM 194 O COSM 142 O Nail Technology III *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 0 Science and Practice of Cosmetology X PREREQUISITE: COSM 192 or concurrent enrollment *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 141 or concurrent enrollment Students will identify and demonstrate skills in client consultation, manicuring, pedicuring, and related services. Introduces the vascular system in relation to the performance of advanced cosmetology and hair styling techniques. Also introduces the student to the managerial aspects of operating a salon as they perform advanced clinical services. 139 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
COSM 196 O DRAF 111 O Nail Technology IV Architectural Print Reading *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 2 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COSM 194 or concurrent enrollment Acquaints the student with the interpretation of Residential and Students will identify and demonstrate skills in application of nail tips, Commercial Construction Prints. An emphasis will be placed on the wraps, acrylics, gels, and nail art. Business skills are introduced interpretation of information found on floor plans, foundation plans, including: records, marketing, and sales. Internships may be offered to elevations, and special details. qualified students. A maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this course. DRAF 151 T Engineering Graphics *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Suggested DRAF 105 Drafting/CAD (DRAF) Provides the student with (CAD) computer aided drafting tools to solve engineering graphics problems. Topics include (2D) two- dimensional multiview orthographic representations, auxiliary views, DRAF 101 T section views, dimensioning, fundamental descriptive geometry, and Drafting Fundamentals (3D) three-dimensional parametric modeling for design and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 visualization. IAI Code: EGR 941 PREREQUISITE: DRAF 105 Acquaints the student with the fundamentals of mechanical drafting DRAF 254 O with CAD software. Some topics covered are multiview projection, Architectural Special Topics section views, auxiliary views, and dimensioning. Inch and metric units *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 will be used. PREREQUISITE: DRAF 103 and MTEC 245 This is a capstone course that requires completion of a comprehensive DRAF 102 T project. The project demonstrates integration of previous course work Drafting Fundamentals II knowledge. This project will include elements of team design and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 2 LAB: 2 REPEAT: 0 development culminating in a class presentation and critique of the PREREQUISITE: DRAF 101 project. Provides a continuation of DRAF 101. This course gives the student more advanced mechanical drafting experience. Some topics covered DRAF 260 O are allowances, tolerances, detail drawings, assembly drawings, CAD-3D Solid Modeling isometrics, and 3D construction. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: DRAF 102 or consent of instructor DRAF 105 O Studies the principles and techniques used to develop three- Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) I dimensional forms. The use of parametric Solid Modeling and 3D- *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 rendering techniques will be stressed as a design and presentation tool. Acquaints the student with the basics of two-dimensional, computer- aided design. Topics include menu and command structure, creating geometry, editing, file storage, layers, color manipulation, dimensioning, text generation, and plotting.
DRAF 110 O Print Reading and Inspection *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 REPEAT: 2 Acquaints the student with the interpretation of basic mechanical drawings. An emphasis will be placed on the evaluations of multiple views, dimensioning, tolerancing, terminology, and the use of standard industrial symbols. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be earned in this course.
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Early Childhood Education (CHLD) CHLD 189 O Family, Community Relationships, and CHLD 181 O Resources Introduction to Early Childhood Education *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT : 0 PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 or concurrent enrollment Introduces the student to recent trends in early childhood education, Defines the role of teachers and caregivers to families in programs for including study of the growth and development of children birth-to- young children. Covers types of families and parent involvement, eight years old, learning theories, types of preschool programs, barriers and strategies for encouraging family involvement in children’s teaching methods and procedures, selection, care and use of programs and schooling, and special topics such as adoption, educational equipment, the role of the child care worker, and working disabilities, and high-risk families. Special emphasis is placed on with young children with special needs. communication skills.
CHLD 183 O CHLD 190 O Observation and Guidance of the Young Child Music and Movement for the Young Child *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 or concurrent enrollment PREREQUISITE: CHLD187 Covers socio-emotional development, classroom management, and Incorporates music and movement education and planning for child guidance strategies for children two through eight years. Emphasis programs with young children, ages birth through eight, with a focus on on the adults’ role in promoting pro-social skills and self-esteem in the preschool years two-five. It covers motor, auditory, and musical young children. Observation techniques, writing progress reports, and development in children and the integration of music education with managing challenging behaviors are included. expressive (creative) and physical-education activities.
CHLD 185 O CHLD 191 O Foundations of Family Child Care Practicum II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 LECTURE: .5 LAB: 1 REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: .5 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 Provides prospective home day care owner/operators (providers) with PREREQUISITE: CHLD 187 all the essential information needed to successfully open and operate a Gives students the opportunity to plan and direct activities and a daily home day care program. It includes help in licensing, enrollment, program in a child-care facility under supervision of a lead teacher. organization, curriculum, program-family relations, and financial Emphasis is placed on understanding the teacher’s role in early- management. childhood education. Weekly seminars are held to help students process their experiences, in addition to individual conferences and writing assignments. CHLD 186 O Nutrition and Health of the Young Child CHLD 281 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Infant and Toddler Care Covers the importance of nutrition to child growth and development *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 in the early years. Emphasis is placed on USDA, DCFS, and HeadStart PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 nutrition standards and procedures. Also includes safety, first aid, and Covers the growth and development of children ages birth-to- three as sanitation standards and procedures for child-care settings. CPR and applied to care-giving settings such as home daycare and group care. First Aid certification are included. Emphasis on skills needed for preparing and managing a safe environment and planning stimulating, age-appropriate activities. CHLD 187 O Practicum I CHLD 282 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: .5 • LAB: 1 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 and COMM 101 or concurrent enrollment Creative Activities for the Young Child *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 Complements the topics and issues covered in CHLD 181. Students PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 spend time in licensed child-care homes or centers observing and Studies methods in the selection, preparation, presentation, and assisting the lead teachers. No planning or group management skills are extensions of visual arts and related manipulatives for young children required at this level. 18 months through eight years. Additional emphasis is placed on the development stages of children’s visual arts. 141 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
CHLD 283 O CHLD 287 O Math and Science for the Young Child Curriculum Planning *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 30 hours in CHLD courses or consent of Covers practical applications of child development theory and instructor principles to math and science education in pre-kindergarten settings. Studies the techniques of planning, presenting, guiding, evaluating, and Particular emphasis on planning and implementing investigations and motivating educational experiences for the preschool child. Emphasis inquiry experiences utilizing objects and phenomena in children’s on materials selection and adaptation; and the learning environment as immediate environment (e.g. nature study, kitchen chemistry, backyard the curriculum. physics, etc.). CHLD 288 O CHLD 284 O Supervision & Administration of Child Care Exceptional Child in Early Childhood Programs Education *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 30 hours in CHLD courses or consent of PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 instructor Examines the characteristics and impact of a range of disabilities on Covers program development, supervision, staff training, budgeting, young children and their development, with consideration for group- and evaluation. Emphasis on interpersonal skills building and care settings such as home day-care and center-based care. Practical community resource utilization as key components of effective issues include adapting classroom environments and activities. Identifies program management. the legal and best practice guidelines for programs in this area, as well as guidance for working with parents. CHLD 289 O Practicum III CHLD 285 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 Children’s Literature PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Designed for advanced students in the early-childhood education who intend to pursue leadership positions in this field. Students will work Helps adults share with children the excitement and value of reading. with the instructor to design a placement schedule that provides The course surveys children’s literature materials. Group activities, story opportunities for observation and participation in positions such as telling techniques, puppetry, book selection, and other methods of director, executive director, child advocate, counselor, program or motivation and working with children are introduced. education coordinator, child-life specialist, or home day-care owner. CHLD 286 O CHLD 291 O Children’s Literature and Language Legal and Fiscal Management of Child Care Development *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Programs PREREQUISITE: CHLD 181 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 39 hours in CHLD courses or consent of Focuses on the development and function of language in children birth instructor through age 6. Covers the dependence and relationship of language Addresses the specific knowledge and skills needed to effectively set up development to other growth processes. Emphasis on developing skills and manage the legal and fiscal components of a child-care program. in teacher-child interaction, selection and use of books, and in Course content includes Illinois DCFS Licensing Standards, building, classroom management as tools in the promotion of children’s zoning, fire, occupational safety, health sanitation, and Americans with language: speaking, listening, and early literacy. Disabilities Act standards as they apply to child-care programs. Also includes training in identifying funding sources and applying for funding (loan and grant writing). Practice in budgeting, cash-flow management, fundraising, and state and federal reimbursement programs included. Legal aspects addressed include knowledge of child abuse, child custody and special education laws, insurance liability, contract and labor laws which impact on child-care programs.
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CHLD 292 O Education (EDUC) Staff Management and Human Relations in Child Care Programs EDUC 100 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 39 hours in CHLD courses or consent of Education Observation I instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor Includes knowledge and skills necessary to the effective staff management and leadership of a child development program. Provides an orientation to the profession of teaching and supervised Marketing the program to parents and prospective staff, interviewing observational experience in a classroom setting for elementary and staff and prospective parents, developing integrated staff performance secondary education majors. IAI Codes: ART 921 and EED 904 appraisals and training plans are addressed. Also includes information and practice in relating to staff and community of diverse racial, cultural EDUC 200 T and ethnic backgrounds. There is additional emphasis on effective Education Observation II interpersonal communication, team building, and collaboration within *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 the program and in the larger community. PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor Provides an orientation to the profession of teaching and supervised CHLD 295 O observational experience in a classroom setting for special education Seminar in Early Childhood Education and physical education majors. IAI Codes: EED 904, SED 905, & SPE *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 914 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 39 hours in CHLD courses or consent of instructor EDUC 221 T Expands on the issues and topics introduced and practiced during the previous two steps in the program. Topics addressed will be The American Public School *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 professional ethics and behavior, workplace communication skills with coworkers and parents, resume writing and job interviews, child Studies the characteristics of our educational system including the advocacy, leadership roles and responsibilities, advanced curriculum organization, administration and finance of public education, teacher planning, and curriculum and program evaluation. training and certification, and issues and trends of American education. IAI Code: EED 901
EDUC 222 T Education as an Agent for Change Economics (ECON) *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Studies the characteristics of our educational system including the ECON 111 T organization, administration and finance of public education, teacher training and certification, and issues and trends of American education. Principles of Economics I (Macro) *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: BUSN 125 or placement above MATH 065 level EDUC 224 T Introduces the student to the basic economic concepts of the market Introduction to Special Education system, national output and expenditures, money, inflation, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 unemployment, Gross Domestic Product, and related contemporary Provides information about opportunities to work with children with economic events. IAI Code: S3 901 disabilities. The topics covered will be the categories of exceptionality, incidence rates, history of programs, present educational programs, ECON 112 T and the relationship of special education to the total school program. Principles of Economics II (Micro) *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: BUSN 125 or placement above MATH 065 level Introduces the student to the basic economic concepts of prices, profits and losses, supply and demand, market process in the real world competition, pollution, population, urbanization, poverty and related contemporary economic events. IAI Code: S3 902
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Electronics Technology (ELET) ELET 290 O Sensors and Interfacing ELET 179 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ELET 182 or consent of instructor Electronics Principles *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides emphasis on the selection and application of sensor devices PREREQUISITE: MATH 162 or consent of instructor used to measure variables such as temperature, light level, speed, Surveys selected electrical and electric components and lays the proximity, and other common inputs. Signal conditioning, level shifting, groundwork for future study in electronics. No previous electronics conversion, and signal transmission will also be included. Applies background is necessary, but adequate reading and writing skills are student knowledge of sensors and sensor circuits by constructing, necessary and some knowledge of algebra is helpful. Topics to be testing and troubleshooting components and circuits. Applications, covered include electrical quantities, units and notation, electronic laws circuit performance, and detection of circuit faults will be featured. and circuit analysis, components, and their function and demonstrations of test equipment. ELET 295 O Programmable Logic Controllers *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 ELET 180 O PREREQUISITE: INFT 180 and ELET 179 or consent of instructor Introduction to Electronics Introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) as a control *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 2 element in industrial applications. Students will learn PLC terminology, Introduces the student to electronic concept and devices. The course ladder logic program planning techniques, program editing skills, and objective is to develop student interest in electronics and give the how to interface sensors, switches, and output devices to PLCs through student an appreciation of the impact of electronics in our hands-on experience with the programmable logic controller (PLC). technological society. Students will program and troubleshoot PLC’s to carry out common control applications. ELET 182 O Electronic Devices and Circuits I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ELET 179 Introduces students to lab instruments, power, and signal sources and English (ENGL) begins lab exploration of electrical and electronic components and circuits. Instrument topics include meters, oscilloscopes, signal sources, ENGL 121 T and power supplies. Students will build, operate, and evaluate circuits using switches, relays, discrete and integrated semi-conductors, and Rhetoric and Composition I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 related components. PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory achievement level on the writing sample portion of the Placement Test or successful completion of COMM 090 or equivalent ELET 183 O This course is designed to help students to write effectively. Instruction Electronic Devices and Circuits II is offered in the basic elements of rhetoric; much practice is given in *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 composing themes. IAI Code: C1 900 PREREQUISITE: ELET 182 Continues to study the electronic components and circuits by ENGL 122 T extending the study of semi-conductor devices to include operational amplifiers, digital logic circuits, converters, and other electronic topics Rhetoric and Composition II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 related to manufacturing applications. Students will gain experience in PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in ENGL 121 or equivalent constructing, operating, and troubleshooting electronic circuits. This class, a continuation of English 121, relates reading and writing skills in an effort to develop the ability to perceive and express abstract thought relationships. Skills are developed in writing to inform, persuade, and evaluate. IAI Code: C1 901R
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ENGL 200 T ENGL 225 T Introduction to Linguistics American Literature I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB : 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent Introduces the student to the study of language. Covers the sound, writing, and grammatical systems; language classification and change Examines the literature of America from the Colonial period through over time; language learning; and the sociology and psychology of the Civil War. Emphasis will be on major themes, authors, and the language. relation between the literature and the historical events of the period. IAI Code: H3 914
ENGL 220 T ENGL 226 T Topics in Literature *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 American Literature II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Improves those skills necessary to understand, critically evaluate, and PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent respond to persuasive prose (advertising, editorials, essays, etc.), Examines the literature of America from the Civil War to the present. literature, and information in the subject areas. Emphasis will be on major themes and writers of the time, especially in fiction and poetry. IAI Code: H3 915 ENGL 221 T Creative Writing ENGL 227 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 122 or equivalent British Literature I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Advances skills in expository and creative writing. It will be helpful for PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent English majors or those who may need special writing skills in their This course, the first half of a year’s survey of British literature, chosen occupation. examines the literature of Great Britain from its Anglo-Saxon origins through the 17th Century. It focuses on recurring themes in British ENGL 222 T literature, on the relationship between this literature and major Modern Literature historical events of each era, and on questions and explorations of literary form. IAI Code: H3 912 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent English 222 is an introductory poetry course. The course will focus on ENGL 228 T 13 modern American poets. British Literature II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 ENGL 223 T PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent Introduction to Fiction This course, the second half of a year’s survey of British literature, examines the literature of Great Britain from the Age of Reason to *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent modern times. It focuses on recurring themes in British literature, on the relationship between this literature and major historical events of Introduces the student to prose fiction. Designed to improve the each era, and on questions and explorations of literary form. Emphasis student’s ability to read the short story and the novel critically with will be placed on the works of the most representative and influential keener understanding and appreciation. IAI Code: H3 901 authors of this period. IAI Code: H3 913
ENGL 224 T ENGL 229 T Introduction to Poetry *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Shakespeare PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or equivalent Introduces the student to poetry. Designed to deepen the student’s Studies representative comedies, tragedies, and historical plays. insight into the relation between literary theme and form by close Designed to give special attention to the development of Shakespeare analysis of poems. IAI Code: H3 903 as a dramatist in his own time and his significance today. IAI Code: H3 905
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ENGL 250 T FREN 211 T Practical Writing Practice in French Conversation, Reading, & *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 122 or equivalent Writing I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 Intended for the transfer student, this course offers practice in PREREQUISITE: FREN 202 or equivalent organizing and writing essays, letters, reports, and research projects Allows students to continue building on their basic foundations in common to major study areas across the curriculum. Included in this French. Students receive extensive practice in the skills of course are brainstorming, editing, and workshopping activities based on comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is on student needs. vocabulary expansion, grammatical accuracy, and independent language usage. The variable credit enables students to adapt their continued study of French to their ability level and their academic schedule.
Foreign Languages • French (FREN) FREN 212 T Practice in French Conversation, Reading & Writing II FREN 141 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 Elementary French I PREREQUISITE: FREN 211 or equivalent *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Continues to strengthen students’ skills in comprehension, speaking, Develops the four basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, reading, and writing. An expansion of vocabulary and knowledge of a and writing simultaneously through a hearing-speaking approach. wider range of advanced grammatical structures are goals of this course. Variable credit allows students to adapt their continued study FREN 142 T of French to their ability level and their academic schedule. A maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this course. Elementary French II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: FREN 141 or equivalent FREN 243 T Continues the development of the four basic language skills with an Advanced French Composition and emphasis on spontaneous self-expression. Conversation *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 FREN 201 T PREREQUISITE: FREN 202 or equivalent Intermediate French I Reinforces oral and written composition work using readings on French *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 culture and civilization. PREREQUISITE: FREN 142 or equivalent Stresses oral and written usage through class discussion, composition work, and listening comprehension exercises. Foreign Language • German (GERM) FREN 202 T Intermediate French II GERM 151 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: FREN 201 or equivalent Elementary German I Continues to stress oral and written usage through class discussion, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 composition work, and listening comprehension exercises. Develops all basic language skills while placing special emphasis on speaking and writing simple, correct sentences.
GERM 152 T Elementary German II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: GERM 151 or equivalent Continues the development of all basic language skills while placing special emphasis on reading comprehension and oral communication. 146 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
GERM 201 T Foreign Language • Spanish (SPAN) Intermediate German I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 SPAN 155 T PREREQUISITE: GERM 152 or equivalent Elementary Spanish I Offers further study of present-day German culture and modern short *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 stories. Basic language skills continue to be developed through class Emphasizes practice in pronunciation, elementary conversation, and discussion, written and oral projects, and a grammar review. drill of correct grammatical structure both in the classroom and in the language laboratory. GERM 202 T Intermediate German II SPAN 156 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: GERM 201 or equivalent Elementary Spanish II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Continues development of the basic language skills of comprehending, PREREQUISITE: SPAN 155 or equivalent speaking, reading, and writing while concentrating on correctness and Includes additional practice in grammar and conversation, as well as an precision in these skills. This course continues to emphasize social, introduction to reading and writing Spanish. political, and economic issues of the German-speaking world. SPAN 201 T GERM 211 T Intermediate Spanish I Practice in German Conversation, Reading, & *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Writing I PREREQUISITE: SPAN 156 or equivalent *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3V • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 Includes practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing PREREQUISITE: GERM 201 or equivalent Spanish. Reading selections stimulate discussions and written Allows students to continue building on their basic foundations in compositions about contemporary topics. A grammar review is also German. Students receive extensive practice in the skills of included. comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is on vocabulary expansion, grammatical accuracy, and independent language SPAN 202 T usage. The variable credit enables students to adapt their continued study of German to their ability level and their academic schedule. Intermediate Spanish II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: SPAN 201 or equivalent GERM 212 T Includes practice in understanding, speaking, reading and writing Practice in German Conversation, Reading & Spanish. Reading selections stimulate discussions and written Writing II compositions about contemporary topics. A grammar review is also *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 included. PREREQUISITE: GERM 211 or equivalent Continues to strengthen students’ skills in comprehension, speaking, SPAN 211 T reading, and writing. An expansion of vocabulary and knowledge of a Practice in Spanish Conversation, Reading, & wider range of advanced grammatical structures are goals of this course. Variable credit allows students to adapt their continued study Writing I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 of German to their ability level and their academic schedule. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 202 or equivalent Allows students to continue building on their basic foundations in GERM 253 T Spanish. Students receive extensive practice in the skills of Advanced German Composition and comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is on Conversation vocabulary expansion, grammatical accuracy, and independent language *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 usage. The variable credit enables students to adapt their continued PREREQUISITE: GERM 202 or equivalent. study of Spanish to their ability level and their academic schedule. A Uses contemporary German literature and publications to provide the maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this course. basis for an intense review of grammar and a series of comprehensive written and oral projects.
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SPAN 212 T Geology (GEOL) Practice in Spanish Conversation, Reading & Writing II GEOL 126 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 Geology PREREQUISITE: SPAN 211 or equivalent *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Continues to strengthen students’ skills in comprehension, speaking, Investigates the processes that shape the surface of the earth: reading, and writing. An expansion of vocabulary and knowledge of a earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers, streams, etc. Includes study of the wider range of advanced grammatical structures are goals of this rocks and minerals of the earth’s crust. Lab work covers rock and course. Variable credit allows students to adapt their continued study mineral identification, geologic map interpretation, and two all-day of Spanish to their ability level and their academic schedule. A field trips. IAI Code: P1 907L maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this course. GEOL 205 SPAN 257 T Regional Field Geology T Advanced Spanish Composition and * COURSE DATA: CREDITS 2 LECTURE: 1 LAB: 2 REPEAT: 3 Conversation Allows students to investigate in detail the geology and natural history *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 of a specific region. Course consists of 16 hours of lecture sessions PREREQUISITE: SPAN 202 or equivalent followed by a 7 to 10 day excursion to a region of geologic interest. Stresses intensive practice in Spanish conversation, involving both Regions investigated in a specific year will alternate between the Grand routine and advanced topics. Assigned oral projects review difficult Canyon/Colorado Plateau area, Yellowstone National Park, the structures of Spanish grammar. dinosaur fossil-bearing region of Eastern Montana, and other areas of geologic interest.
GEOL 236 T Geography (GEOG) Historical Geology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: GEOL 126 or consent of instructor GEOG 132 T Investigates the geologic history of the earth and the methods that this Regional Geography of the World history can be read from the rocks. This course includes investigation of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 the evolution of life as revealed by fossils, with particular emphasis on the Lower Paleozoic Era fossils common in this area. Two all-day field Studies the relationship of human activities in the natural environment. trips are required. Regional relationships are emphasized throughout. IAI Code: S4 900N
GEOG 232 T Geography of Anglo-America *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Studies the geography of the United States and Canada. Special reference is made to physical and cultural features. Emphasis is placed upon the regional similarities and differences within Anglo-America.
GEOG 233 T Economic Geography *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Studies the distributional variation on the earth’s surface and in human activities related to producing, exchanging, and consuming wealth. Emphasis will be on the location of economic activities in terms of their relationship to physical and cultural elements. Consideration will also be given to historical events as they relate to the present site and situation of economic activity. IAI Code: S4 903N
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History (HIST) HIST 145 T U.S. History III HIST 141 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Western Civilization I A survey of United States history since 1945. Topics include the *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 dominance of the U.S. as a political, military, and economic Surveys the history of European civilization from the Renaissance to superpower, the Cold War, the suburbanization of the nation, the Civil 1815 with emphasis on the development of modern political, Rights movement, the liberal reforms, cultural changes, and social diplomatic, social, economic, and intellectual institutions. Topics include upheavals of the turbulent Sixties, the Vietnam War, Watergate, the the Renaissance, the Reformation, development of the nation-state technological revolution, the economic and social problems of the last system, international rivalry, growth of capitalism, and the French generation, and the conservative reaction of recent years. HIST 143, Revolution. IAI Code: S2 902 144, and 145 do not have to be taken in sequence, and may be taken concurrently. IAI Code: HST 912 HIST 142 T Western Civilization II HIST 147 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 The Living Constitution *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Surveys the history of European civilization from 1815 to the present. In the 19th century, emphasis is placed on revolutionary movements, Concerns the creation and development of the United States liberalism, the industrial revolution and its effects, main currents of Constitution covering the Constitutional Convention, the founding thought, imperialism, national movements of unification, and the fathers, the Bill of Rights, and other amendments. The 200-year background leading to World War I. In the 20th century primary evolution of this document and its modern-day application will be concerns are the two World Wars, the Russian Revolution, the emphasized. Depression, the rise of Fascism, changing social and cultural patterns, and Europe’s changing role since 1945. IAI Code: S2 903 HIST 149 T History of American Business HIST 143 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 U.S. History I Surveys the history of the development of American business from *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 European origins to the present. A survey of American history and the history of the United States to 1865. Topics include European colonial expansion in the Western HIST 231 T Hemisphere; the contributions of European, Amer-Indian and African The American Revolution peoples in the New World; the rise of slavery; the American *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 Revolution, the Constitutional Convention, the Jeffersonian and Analyzes the causes of the American Revolution and its effects on Jacksonian eras; Antebellum culture, Manifest Destiny, crisis of the world history. Special emphasis is given to the individuals who played Union, and the Civil War. HIST 143, 144, and 145 do not have to be roles in the creation of the United States. taken in sequence and may be taken concurrently. IAI Codes: S2 900 and HST 911 HIST 233 T The American Civil War Era HIST 144 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 U.S. History II A survey of the American Civil War Era (1848-1877). Topics include an *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 examination of the “peculiar institution” of slavery, and the importance A survey of the United States history from 1865-1945. Topics include of racial thought in American society; the influence of growing Reconstruction and the rise of segregation, the closing of the frontier, economic, social, cultural, and political differences between the industrialization, urbanization, and immigration; American imperialism; antebellum North and South which led to war; an analysis of the war the Populist and Progressive movements; the New Era of the 20s; the itself in terms of its political, military, social, cultural, and economic Great Depression and the New Deal; and the U.S. involvement in the aspects; a consideration of the legacy of the war; and an evaluation of two World Wars. HIST 143, 144, and 145 do not have to be taken in the successes, failures, and legacy of the Reconstruction Era. sequence and may be taken concurrently. IAI Codes: S2 901& HST 912
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HIST 236 T HIST 245 T Illinois History History of the Middle East *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 This course surveys Illinois History from the earliest Indian civilizations Examination of origin and development of major geographic, social, to the present. The connection between events in Illinois and national political, economic and religious forces which have contributed to the history will be stressed. Local history will be emphasized. formation of major institutions in the Middle East from the European interests and Imperialism of the nineteenth century to modern times. HIST 239 T Women in American History HIST 246 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 History in the Middle East II Surveys the roles played by women in American history, society’s *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 attitude toward women throughout American history, and the status of Examines the origin and development of major geographic, social, women in contemporary society. political, economic, and religious forces that have contributed to the formation of major institutions in the Middle East from the European HIST 241 T interests and imperialism of the nineteenth century to modern times. The Contemporary World HIST 245 and HIST 246 do not have to be taken in sequence and may be taken concurrently. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Discusses the political, international, social, economic, and cultural environment of the contemporary world in a historical framework with HIST 247 T a problems approach. Specific topics will vary from year to year. African-American History I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 HIST 242 T African-American History I surveys the history of African descendents History of England, 1603 to the Present in our culture from the ancient origins of humanity (their origins in *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Africa) through the Reconstruction after the Civil War. Students will be introduced to the region in Africa where most of the slaves originated. Examines the economic, social, intellectual, and political development They will review the primary reasons why the African Slave trade was of the United Kingdom with emphasis placed on social and economic established and which European nations, and African states were changes and the evolution of the parliamentary system. In addition, involved. The course will explore how slavery affected the growth of attention is directed to Britain’s role as a world power and the the American Colonies. The class will follow the lives of blacks through development of the Empire-Commonwealth. the war for Independence. The impact slavery had on the Industrial Revolution will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the HIST 243 T economics, politics, and culture of the Antebellum South. Students will History of Africa learn the major causes of the Civil War and understand how the War *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 and Reconstruction changed America. Covers the history of Africa from ancient times to colonial times. The topics will include pre-history, development of societies and culture, the emergency of stabile agriculture, and commerce and trade routes. IAI Code: S2 906N Home Economics (HMEC)
HIST 244 T HMEC 225 T History of Africa II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Consumer Economics *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Includes emergence of independent states, problems of social and Investigates the financial decision-making process confronted by all economic transitions, inner conflicts, “freedom fighters,” and consumers. Elevates the competence of the consumer in the wise use apartheid, Africa in world affairs and modern Africa in revolution. IAI of personal resources. Topics covered include money management, Code: S2 907N budgeting, consumer credit and banking facilities, investments, savings, insurance, securities, real estate, wills and trusts, federal and state income taxes, and consumer ethics.
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Horticulture (HORT) Humanities (HUMA)
HORT 161 O HUMA 104 T Lawn and Turfgrass Culture and Management Introduction to Humanities *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the student to lawn management. Emphasis is placed on Emphasizes the foundations of the humanistic tradition by pursuing a grass characteristics, soil, water, fertilizer requirement, and weed, study of the dynamic cultures that have exercised significant influence disease, and insect problems. upon the western civilization in particular and upon the world in general. This course will concentrate on prehistory, the era of early HORT 163 O civilization, Greek/Roman, and western culture from seventeenth Indoor and Outdoor Gardening Techniques century to present. IAI Code: HF 900 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Studies the identification, culture, disease and pest control, and HUMA 105 T propagation of foliage plants, as well as vegetables, annuals, perennials, The Arts in Contemporary Society and bulbs. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Studies fine arts in the United States today. This course is HORT 164 O recommended for all students. Guest speakers will be brought on Landscape Planning campus to highlight the course. The student will attend concerts, plays, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 and art exhibits, in addition to class work. Studies the theory and principles of landscape design as they are applied to selected problems in landscape development. The use of HUMA 106 T trees, shrubs, and planting in the public, living, and service area of the Introduction to Humanities II home will be included. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 This course is a survey of the humanistic tradition from the age of the HORT 166 O Baroque (1600) to present day. The study examines literature, art, and Ornamental Trees and Shrubs cultural traditions to gain an understanding of foundations and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 influences that have shaped Western viewpoint in particular and world viewpoint in general. Studies the cultural practices required for the growth of woody trees and shrubs. Also included will be plant suitability, pruning techniques, disease, and insect problems.
HORT 167 O Independent Study (INST) Ornamental Foliage and Flowering Plants *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 INST 100 T Introduces the student to the study of garden and house flowering and foliage plants. Topics will include production, culture, propagations, Independent Study and materials necessary for the growth of annuals, perennials, bulbs, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 ground cover, ferns, exotic and tropical plants, shrubs, and roses. Provides an opportunity for specialized study not available in regular course offerings. Independent Study 100 may be taken in addition to HORT 168 O regular courses. A proposal for this course must be submitted by the student to the Dean of the division involved for approval. Floral Design I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the student to design theory. Emphasis is given to the INST 200 T development of special techniques in basic design as it applies to Independent Study flowers, foliages, and accessories. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides an opportunity for specialized study not available in regular course offerings. Independent Study 200 may be taken in addition to regular courses. A proposal for this course must be submitted by the student to the Dean of the division involved for approval. 151 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Information Technology (INFT) INFT 131 O Beginning Microsoft Word INFT 105 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: INFT 105 or OFFT 151 or consent of instructor Basic Keyboarding ** Offered in the Office Technology Lab where class time and the learning pace are set COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 by the individual student. ** Offered in the Office Technology Lab where class time and learning pace are set by the individual student. A “hands-on” word processing course that reinforces basic Microsoft Word functions including creating a document, editing, and formatting Develops efficient techniques in operating a standard keyboard. The a document, creating and editing styles, creating a multiple-page keyboarding techniques will focus on the alphabet, numbers, symbols, report, and using desktop publishing features to create a newsletter. A and the 10-key numeric pad. This course is designed for non-secretarial maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. students interested in learning the keyboard for the efficient operation of a computer terminal. INFT 132 O INFT 110 O Intermediate Microsoft Word *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Introduction to Personal Computing PREREQUISITE: INFT 131 or Expert MOUS certification *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 ** Offered in the Office Technology Lab where class time and the learning pace are Designed for those with little or no previous computer experience. set by the individual student. Provides an overview of computers, including terminology, operating a A “hands-on” word processing course that teaches Microsoft Word computer in the Windows environment, becoming acquainted with functions including outlines, styles, and tables of contents; creating word processing, spreadsheets, and e-mail capabilities. form letters and mailing labels; and integrating Word with other programs and with the World Wide Web. A maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. INFT 115 O Introduction to the World Wide Web COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 INFT 133 O PREREQUISITE: INFT 110 or consent of instructor or student meets computer Advanced Microsoft Word background criteria. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 **Offered in the Office Technology Lab where class time and learning pace are set by PREREQUISITE: INFT 132 or Expert MOUS certification the individual student. ** Offered in the Office Technology Lab where class time and the learning pace are set Teaches students to browse a variety of Web sites. A maximum of two by the individual student. (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. A “hands-on” word processing course that teaches advanced Microsoft Word functions including customization of Word and automation, INFT 122 O creating on-screen forms, and managing long documents. A maximum Introduction to Windows of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: INFT 110 or consent of instructor or student meets computer INFT 135 O background criteria. ** Offered in the Office Technology Lab where class time and the learning pace are set PowerPoint by the individual student. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: INFT 110 or consent of instructor Teaches students to master the basics of the Windows software. Students will learn how to work with Windows programs, manage files Introduces students to PowerPoint, Microsoft’s presentation graphics using My Computer, manage folders and files using Windows Explorer, software package. A maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned customize Windows, explore the Internet, work with Web pages, in this course. create a docucentric desktop, and share information between programs. A maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this INFT 137 O course. Desktop Publishing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: OFFT 151 or equivalent and INFT 131 or consent of instructor Teaches students to produce professional publications on the computer. Basic desktop publishing and design procedures will teach students to mix text and graphics on documents. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be earned in this course. 152 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
INFT 140 O INFT 160 O Beginning Excel Digital Pictures and Sound *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 PREREQUISITE: INFT 105, or consent of instructor An introductory course for multimedia skills for desktop publishing, Provides an introduction to the basic spreadsheet topics, including PowerPoint, the web or for other personal uses. The student will be design, formulas, functions, charting, and managing lists of data. A exposed to the development and application of four elements of maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. multimedia: text, graphics, sound and video. A variety of programs are used to explore the components especially as they relate to INFT 142 O interactivity. Adobe PhotoShop Elements is used to edit images. Advanced Excel *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: INFT 140 or consent of instructor INFT 180 O Introduction to macros, working with multiple worksheets, look-up Introduction to Information Systems *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 tables, data tables, queries, pivot tables, and advanced techniques to PREREQUISITE: INFT 105 or consent of instructor solve problems with spreadsheets. A maximum of two (2) credit hours Provides an introductory survey of computer systems, MIS may be earned in this course. terminology, business computer applications, and programming concepts. The Internet, as well as, word processing, spreadsheet, data INFT 145 O management, and presentation software is introduced and used in a Beginning Access microcomputer environment. IAI Codes: BUS 902 and CS 910 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: INFT 105 or consent of instructor INFT 182 O Provides an introduction to database management using a relational Microcomputer Hardware database software package. The topics of creating a database, storing, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 sorting, and retrieving data, and creating forms and reports will be PREREQUISITE: INFT 180 or consent of instructor covered. Students will learn the basics of queries including developing Introduces the student to DOS hardware operation and techniques of criteria, sorting, performing calculations, joining tables, and using hardware systems analysis, troubleshooting, and repair. A maximum of parameters. nine (9) credit hours may be earned in this class.
INFT 147 O INFT 185 O Advanced Access Visual BASIC *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: INFT 145 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: INFT 190 or 191 Introduces macros, advanced reports and queries, and Visual BASIC Introduces students to computer programming using Visual BASIC. code as it relates to a database. Students write and execute a wide variety of programs with emphasis placed on proper program design. INFT 150 O Microsoft Office Integration INFT 190 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: INFT 140, INFT 145, INFT 131 and INFT 135 or consent of Principles of Computer Science I instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 166 or consent of instructor This course is designed for students with Microsoft Office experience. Students will learn how to combine information by integrating data Introduces students to computers and computer programming. from multiple programs. Students will learn how to import, export, Students will develop problem solving and programming skills while link, and embed while using Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access. A emphasizing structured design. The high level language C++ will be maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. used. This is a required course for computer science majors. IAI Code: CS 911
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INFT 191 O INFT 282 O Introduction to Programming A+ Certification *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 162 or consent of instructor PREREQUISITE: INFT 182 This course will introduce students to computers and computer This course prepares the student in computer technical support to programming. Students will develop problem-solving and install, upgrade, or repair microcomputers and peripheral devices. The programming skills while emphasizing structured design. The language course competencies prepare the student of the computer industry’s C++ will be used. A+ certification examination.
INFT 202 O INFT 284 O Web Programming Network+ Certification *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 2 LAB: 2 REPEAT: 2 PREREQUISITE: INFT 190 PREREQUISITE: INFT182 Presents the basics of web programming. Focus is on programming The course prepares the student for the computer industry’s Network+ with HTML, but will include summaries of other Internet programming certification examination and offers preliminary work toward the languages, such as JavaScript, XML, and Visual BASIC Script. Web Server+ certification. Technical abilities include media and topologies, design tools will be introduced. protocols and standards, network implementation, and network support, as well as, wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet INFT 204 O Digital Design & Image Editing INFT 290 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: INFT 160 or consent of instructor Principles of Computer Science II/Data Students will become proficient in the use of software tools to create 2 Structures *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 and 3 dimensional illustrations, edit files, and salvage damaged images. PREREQUISITE: INFT 190 Students also will build website interfaces Introduces students to the relationships among the elements of data involved in problem solving, structures of storage media and machines, INFT 210 O methods useful in representing structured data in storage, and COBOL techniques for operating on data structures. Techniques of algorithm *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 5 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 development and good programming style are emphasized. The PREREQUISITE: INFT 190 language is a continuation of INFT 190. IAI Code: CS 912 Introduces students to structured programming in COBOL, the most widely used business programming language. The course is taught in a INFT 295 O network environment using on-line program development. Report generating, level break processing, table processing, and editing are the Special Topics *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 main topics covered. IAI Code: CS 013 PREREQUISITE: INFT 210 or consent of instructor Exposes the student to the latest developments and concepts in INFT 260 O Information Processing Systems and to the various problems Computer Animation and Interactivity encountered by information technology professionals. A maximum of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 sixteen (16) credit hours may be earned in this course. PREREQUISITE: One course in Programming (INFT 185, 190, 202 or equivalent) This course will introduce the student to animation programming in Macromedia Flash as well as show them how to use the majority of the features of this application to provide animated and interactive content to be used on the World Wide Web and in other deliveries
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Information Technology Healthcare (ITHC) ITHC 201 O **Courses marked with a double asterisk are delivered in Highland’s Medical Coding individualized Office Technology Lab. This lab is staffed at all times with *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 8 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 1 an instructor to assist students with course work. Students are able to PREREQUISITE: BIOL 120 or ITHC 220; ITHC 101, 102, 103 proceed through courses at their own rate and at times that are Prepares the student to become certified as a Medical Coder. The convenient to both the traditional student and to the person wishing to student will learn to accurately assign correct procedure codes (CPT), train for a new field or to upgrade his/her skills. diagnosis codes (ICD-9-CM), HCPCS coding (supplies and injectables) while focusing on HIPAA, OIG, and Medicare compliance. **ITHC 101 O Basic Medical Terminology I ITHC 205 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Advanced Medical Coding - Hospital This course covers basic medical terminology for students planning to *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 enter medical office occupations. Provides a working knowledge of PREREQUISITE: ITHC 201 medical abbreviations and common drugs. Emphasizes prefixes, suffixes Prepares the student to become certified as a Medical Coder-Hospital. and root words and how they are combined in medical terms while The student will learn to accurately assign correct hospital procedure stressing spelling, definition, usage and pronunciation. codes, diagnosis codes, HCPCS coding while focusing on HIPAA, OIG, and Medicare compliance. **ITHC 102 O Basic Medical Terminology II ITHC 220 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Anatomy for Information Technology PREREQUISITE: ITHC 101 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 Students will build on the fundamentals of Medical Terminology I PREREQUISITE: ITHC 101 covering a continuation of basic medical terminology for students This course includes a detailed study of the structure and the function planning to enter medical office occupations. of the human body. The integumentary, skeletal, muscle, and nervous systems are studied down to the cellular and molecular levels. Integrated group work using models and internet based approach to **ITHC 103 O illustrate the function and structure of human anatomy. Basic Medical Terminology III *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ITHC 102 Students will build on the fundamentals of Medical Terminology I and II. The course is designed to develop understanding of the terms related to anatomical systems, looking at both structure and function. A continuation of basic medical terminology for students planning to enter medical office occupations.
**ITHC 155 O Medical Transcription *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: OFFT 151 and 163; ITHC 101, 102, 103 or NURS 100, 101, 102 or concurrent enrollment; Introduces the student to medical transcription, emphasizing medical terminology and procedures by keying various medical forms and reports from sound files.
**ITHC 157 O Advanced Medical Transcription *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: ITHC 155 Emphasizes medical terminology. Lessons will contain realistic medical dictation with foreign voices and background noises. 155 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Journalism (JOUR) Mathematics (MATH)
JOUR 131 T MATH 061 D Journalism Practicum Arithmetic Skills *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 15 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 Is a course in applied journalism practices. The student will participate One of the courses offered in the HCC Traditional Math Lab and in in the preparation and production of the HCC student newspaper, the Computer Math Lab. The basic format is self-instruction through including assignments in copy writing, news and feature writing/ the medium of programmed self-teaching text, computer software, reporting, layout, editing, headline writing, ad sales and preparation. and with the help of qualified instructors as tutors. The course includes the study of whole numbers, fractions, decimal numbers, and percent, JOUR 231 T ratio, and proportions. It does not meet Highland requirements for News Reporting and Writing I graduation and is not transferable. A maximum of sixteen (16) credit hours may be earned in this course. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or concurrent enrollment Provides a general perspective of journalism by studying feature stores, MATH 062 D propaganda, editorials, columns, advertising, careers in journalism, Plane Geometry yearbook layout, sports stories, and continuous growth in the use of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 first semester topics. Students are expected to participate in PREREQUISITE: MATH 065 or placement beyond MATH 065 production of school publications. Includes the study of angles, triangles, polygons, quadrilaterals, circles, transformations, parallel and perpendicular lines, computation of areas, JOUR 232 T and geometric proofs. Course makes use of the CAI Geometry series News Reporting and Writing II by Plato Educational Courseware. This developmental course is *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 equivalent to a one-year high school geometry course. PREREQUISITE: JOUR 231 Provides a continued perspective of journalism by studying feature MATH 063 D stories, propaganda, editorials, columns, advertising, careers in Elements of Basic Algebra I journalism, yearbook layout, sports stories, and continuous growth in *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 the use of first semester topics. Students are expected to participate in PREREQUISITE: MATH 061 or placement into MATH 065 or consent of instructor production of school publications. Provides the first semester of a two-semester sequence of beginning algebra. It is designed to provide students who lack a background in algebra extended time and instruction to enable them to master the concepts that are required to progress to MATH 064. Students who complete MATH 063 and MATH 064 will meet the prerequisite requirement for MATH 162. A maximum of twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in this course.
MATH 064 D Elements of Basic Algebra II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: MATH 063 or consent of instructor This course is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of beginning algebra. It is designed to provide students who lack a background in algebra extended time and instruction to enable them to master the concepts that are required to progress to MATH 162. Students who complete MATH 063 and MATH 064 will meet the prerequisite requirement for MATH 162. A maximum of twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in this course.
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MATH 065 D MATH 165 T Basic Algebra Quantitative Literacy in Mathematics *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 061 or placement into MATH 065 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 162 or placement beyond MATH 162 and One of the courses offered as a lecture course or in the HCC one year high school geometry or MATH 062 Traditional Math Lab or in the Computer Math Lab. The basic format is Designed primarily as a terminal course in mathematics for students self-instruction through the medium of a programmed self-teaching who do not plan to pursue a science curriculum. The course satisfies text, computer software and with the help of qualified instructors as the General Education Math requirement. The topics selected for the tutors. The course is a beginning algebra course with some review of course include elementary logic, probability and statistics, geometry, arithmetic. It does not meet Highland requirements for graduation and estimation, personal finance, and problem-solving methods. The is not transferable. A maximum of sixteen (16) credit hours may be computer and graphing calculator will be used as problem-solving tools. earned in this course. IAI Code: M1 901
MATH 111 V MATH 166 T Technical Mathematics I College Algebra *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 162 or placement into MATH 166 and one PREREQUISITE: MATH 061 or placement into MATH 065 year high school geometry or MATH 062 Includes a study of numbers, measurements, algebra, geometry, and Reviews the fundamental operations of algebra followed by a study of trigonometry as it relates to mechanical devices and equipment. This is equations involving quadratics, complex numbers, relations, functions a specially designed course for students in fields such as Machine and transformations, matrices, determinants, exponential and Processes, Industrial Technology, Welding, and Mechanics. logarithmic functions, and series and sequences.
MATH 162 D MATH 167 T Intermediate Algebra Plane Trigonometry *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 065 or placement into MATH 162 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 166 Is a systematic presentation of the basic topics of algebra at an Includes the study of trigonomic functions, right triangle applications, intermediate level. Topics include number systems, polynomials and functions of multiple angles, trigonometric equations and identities, factoring, exponents, roots and radicals, inequalities and graphing, radian measure, inverse functions, the oblique triangle, and graphs. linear and basic non-linear equations. A maximum of sixteen (16) credit hours may be earned in this course. MATH 168 T MATH 164 T Analytic Geometry and Calculus I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 5 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 167 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 162 or placement beyond MATH 162 and Analytic Geometry and Calculus I is the first of a three-semester one year high school geometry or MATH 062 sequence giving an integrated treatment of analytic geometry, and Provides the basic theory that underlies the mathematical topics in differential and integral calculus. The first semester includes analytic elementary math-curricula and emphasizes mathematical reasoning and geometry of lines and circles; functions and inverse functions; limits of problem solving. Topics covered include problem solving, set theory, functions; continuity; derivatives; the techniques of differentiation; number systems, number theory, operations in the various number implicit differentiation; higher derivatives; application of differentiation systems, ratios, percents, and variation. to graphing; motion; maxima/minima problems, indefinite and definite integrals; and calculation of area using integral calculus. IAI Codes: M1 900, EGR 901and MTH 901
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MATH 171 T MATH 262 T Finite Mathematics C Programming for the Sciences and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 166 Engineering *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces finite mathematics for the student in business or social PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 168 science. Topics covered include: properties of real numbers, functions, Explores C programming language for math, science and engineering their graphs, systems of equations, basic matrix theory, matrix students. A thorough study of C syntax, structured programming, operations, determinants, Gaussian elimination, linear programming, algorithm development, and problem solving that is covered in the tableaux transformation, simplex (max•min) algorithms, counting course. Programming applications include temperature conversion, methods, probability and Baye’s theorem. Business and social science finding roots of a quadratic equation, Euclid’s algorithm for greatest applications are emphasized. IAI Code: M1 906 common factor and least common multiple, finding roots of a polynomial using the Newton/Raphson Method, matrix operations, MATH 172 T descriptive statistics, Monte Carlo simulation of an electric circuit, Calculus for Business and Social Science permutations and combinations using recursion, and a data base application. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 166 Introduces calculus to the student in business or social science. Topics MATH 265 T covered include: function, limits, differential calculus, differentiation Differential Equations rules, continuity, logarithmic and exponential differentiation, integral *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 calculus, techniques of integration, and definite integrals. Business and PREREQUISITE: MATH 268 Social Science applications are emphasized. IAI Code: M1 900 Studies equations of the first order and degree, linear differential equations, operational methods, special types of higher order MATH 174 T equations, series solutions, and applications of differential equations. Math for Elementary Teachers II IAI Codes: EGR 904 and MTH 912 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS 3 LECTURE 3 LAB 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 164 MATH 266 T The second semester of the two-semester sequence for prospective Mechanics (Statics and Dynamics) elementary teachers. Topics covered include an introduction to *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 5 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 probability and statistics, geometry, measurement of plane and space PREREQUISITE: PHYS 141 or 143 and MATH 168 or concurrent enrollment figures, constructions, congruence and similarity mappings, and Places emphasis on the understanding of principles through the measurement including perimeter, area, volume, and surface area. solution of problems in analysis of vectors, torques, trusses, resultants, IAI Code: M1 903 machines, force systems, centroids and center gravity, equilibrium, and friction. Also focuses on understanding bodies in motion involving MATH 177 T Newton’s laws, kinematics, and kinetics for particles as well as rigid Statistics bodies, static moment of inertia, work, energy, and space mechanics. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 IAI Code: EGR 944 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 162 and one year high school geometry or MATH 062 MATH 268 T Provides the background necessary for the student to understand the wide range of statistical concepts encountered and used in daily life. Analytic Geometry and Calculus II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5 • LECTURE: 5 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Topics covered include: measurement of central tendency, variability, PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 168 graphical representations of data, distributions, probability, sampling, This course covers topics that include applications of the integral to hypothesis testing, linear regression, and correlation. This class is also areas and volumes, length of a plane curve and area of surface of offered in an online format. See the current class schedule. IAI Code: revolution, an introduction to hyperbolic functions, a review of M1 902 logarithmic and exponential functions, derivatives and integrals of logarithmic and exponential, inverse trigonometric functions, techniques of integration, an introduction to differential equations, improper integrals, L’Hopital’s rule, sequences and series, convergence tests of series, power series, and Taylor series. IAI Codes: M1 900, EGR 902 and MTH 902
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MATH 269 T MTEC 125 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III Certified Manufacturing Assistant *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 6 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in MATH 268 PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement on the college’s reading and math Topics covered include analytic geometry, translation and rotation of placement tests. axes, polar equations, parametric equations, vectors in a plane, dot This course will provide the necessary skills for an individual to enter products and cross products in 3-space, curves and planes in 3-space, employment in a manufacturing environment at an entry level. Upon quadric surfaces, spherical and cylindrical coordinates, vector-valued completion, the student will be prepared for on the job training in a functions, unit tangent and normal vectors, curvature, partial specific area or may choose to enter a certificate or degree program derivatives, directional derivatives and gradient, extrema of functions in for advancement to a technician level position. two variables and double and triple integrals in rectangular, polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinates. (Time permitting, line integrals, MTEC 151 O Green’s theorem, surface integrals of vector fields, and Stokes’ Theorem will be studied.) IAI Code: M1 900, EGR 903 and MTH 902 Machine Processes I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: DRAF 110 MATH 270 T Surveys the CNC turning and milling areas of metalworking processes. Linear Algebra Designed to provide both academic and laboratory understanding of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 fundamental principles of material removal using CNC equipment. PREREQUISITE: MATH 268 Topics include: terminology, speeds, feeds, depth of cut, tooling Introduces the student to the study of linear systems, algebra and selection, tooling setup, machine controls, offsets, work holding, G and geometry of vectors, matrices, vector spaces, determinants, eigenvalues M codes, program origin, part program troubleshooting, and Cartesian and eigenvectors, linear transformations, and quadratic forms. coordinate system.
MTEC 164 O Manufacturing Processes Mechanical Technology (MTEC) *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Develops a fundamental understanding of the processes used in MTEC 101 O manufacturing products, machines, and structures. The course covers such areas as heat treatment practices, casting and forming metallic Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning & materials, machining systems, welding and allied operations, and Tolerancing techniques related to manufacturing. The requirements of this course *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 may be met by an approved supervised work experience. Acquaints the students with the means of specifying engineering design and drawing requirements with respect to function and relationship of MTEC 210 O part features. Topics include symbology, datums, forms, run-outs, true Fluid Power Systems I position, and location tolerancing. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ELET 179 and INFT 180 or consent of instructor MTEC 110 O Introduces students to fluid power components, circuits, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing applications through the study of pneumatics. Students will study, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 design, construct, and operate pneumatic circuits using valves, cylinders PREREQUISITE: Placement into Math 065 or consent of instructor and pneumatic control devices, and solve problems related to industrial Discusses proper interpretation and specification of G D & T symbols fluid power applications. and rules as they relate to design intent, machining, and inspection. Topics include geometric characteristics, G D & T rules, datums, MTEC 220 O modifiers, floating fasteners, fixed fasteners, virtual condition, and zero-position tolerance. Motors and Controls *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ELET 179 Introduces students to the operation of AC/DC motors and motor control circuits. Topics to be addressed include the theory of operation for AC, DC, stepper, and other types of motors, motor starters and protection devices, and motor control circuits. 159 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
MTEC 240 O MTEC 280 O Building Systems CNC Lathe I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: DRAF 111 or concurrent enrollment PREREQUISITE: INFT 110 and MATH 111 or equivalent, and MTEC 151 Studies the basic construction materials and methods used in residential Introduces the computer as an important tool in directing lathe-cutting and light commercial projects. Students will examine building systems operations. Conversion of dimensioned drawings into X and Z by studying the architectural, mechanical, and structural components. coordinates will be stressed. From this, ISO standard format G and M code language will be used (via off-line editing) to create and edit programs. These programs will be used as a basis for machine set up, MTEC 245 O multiple tool offsets, dry run evaluations, and part production. Construction Estimating I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: DRAF 111 and MATH 111 MTEC 282 O Students learn the fundamental principles of construction estimating. Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 This course stresses the organization of the estimate, the procedure of PREREQUISITE: MTEC 270 and MTEC 280 estimating costs in the different divisions of the project, and the Students design typical 2D CNC manufactured parts using computer- method of determining the critical quantities of materials obtained aided drafting techniques. The designs are converted into tool paths from a set of prints. and finally machined into parts. Tooling, raw materials, and cutting parameters are reviewed and selected for each application. A maximum MTEC 261 O of six (6) credit hours may be earned in this course. Hydraulics & Pneumatics *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 1 MTEC 284 O Overview of physical principles of power transmission by mechanical, Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) II hydraulic, and pneumatic techniques. Includes units of measure, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 operations, maintenance, and drive systems. PREREQUISITE: MTEC 282 and DRAF 260 Students develop skills constructing 2D and 3D CAD part geometry. MTEC 264 O Advanced tooling and machining operations are performed using 3D Statics and Strength of Materials techniques. Solid model vertification and machining are utilized in mold *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0: making and multi-surface 3D machining. Interfacing with industrial PREREQUISITE: Math 111 CAD systems and CNCs are required in the automated manufacturing Studies bodies at rest and the ability of materials and individual parts to of parts. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be earned in this resist loads. The following materials will be stressed: resultant and course. equilibrate of forces, moments, various force combinations, friction, simple stresses, properties of materials, riveted and welded joints, MTEC 290 O centroids, moments of inertia, beams, key, columns, and indeterminate Automation Seminar beams. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: Completion of 21 credit hours of technical coursework and consent of manufacturing program faculty. MTEC 270 O Provides manufacturing students with the opportunity to apply their CNC Mill I knowledge and skills in solving one or more manufacturing problems. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: INFT 110 and MATH 111 or equivalent, and MTEC 151 Students will work as a team to develop and evaluate alternative solutions to given problems. Students will also design, construct, Introduces the computer as an important tool in directing mill-cutting program, troubleshoot, and refine their solutions into working models operations. Conversion of dimensioned drawings into X, Y, and Z that will reflect their ability to meet challenges in a manufacturing coordinates will be stressed. From this, ISO standard format G and M environment. A maximum of eight (8) credit hours may be earned in code language will be used (via off-line editing) to create and edit this course. programs. These programs will be used as a basis for machine set up, multiple tool offsets, dry run evaluations, and part production.
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Music (MUS) MUS 167 T Class Voice I MUS 150 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Fundamentals of Music This class considers fundamentals of vocal production and musicianship. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 It covers technical production of sound in general, as well as the study Covers musical notation, scales, intervals, sight singing, and of diction. This course is open to all students interested in singing. All fundamental piano skills. Recommended for music majors (judged freshman vocal music majors should enroll in this course. Students of deficient in fundamentals) and other interested students. advanced ability may proficiency.
MUS 157 T MUS 169 T Class Guitar I Vocal Ensemble I – Royal Scots *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: Audition: Approval of Instructor Introduces the students to the fundamentals of playing the guitar. The “Royal Scots” vocal jazz choir is open to all students by audition Emphasis is placed on chord progressions, reading chord symbols, left who have a proficiency and interest in choral music; the choir considers and right hand technique, and playing by ear. Literature will include a full range of pop and jazz vocal literature. The group performs folk, pop, traditional, and contemporary genres. No previous guitar several times on campus each semester in addition to performances for experience is necessary. other civic and community functions. This course satisfies the organizational participation required of all music majors. IAI Code: MUS 160 T MUS 908 Musicianship for the Elementary Teacher *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 MUS 170 T Teaches basic music skills to the elementary school teacher or Vocal Ensemble II – Royal Scots elementary education student. The student will gain a working *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 knowledge of keyboard skills along with the fundamentals of music. PREREQUISITE: Audition: Approval of Instructor The “Royal Scots” vocal jazz choir is open to all students by audition MUS 161 T who have a proficiency and interest in choral music; the choir considers Theory I a full range of pop and jazz vocal literature. The group performs *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 several times on campus each semester in addition to performances for PREREQUISITE: Entrance exam or consent of instructor. Completion or concurrent other civic and community functions. This course satisfies the enrollment of MUS 177. organizational participation required of all music majors. Introduction to the elements of music: rhythm, melody, and harmony. The student will begin study of the harmonic language of the Baroque MUS 171 T and Early Classical period, with special attention paid to the music of J.S. Bach. Covers harmonic concepts up to and including the dominant Applied Music I, II, III, IV (Major) seventh chord and on-harmonic tones. IAI Code: MUS 901 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s consent Provides a two-year sequence of individual study in a major MUS 162 T performance area. Required courses for all music majors in the Theory II following areas: voice, piano, organ, strings, and all band instruments. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 The course is open to all students wishing to continue the study of the PREREQUISITE: MUS 161 and completion of or concurrent enrollment in MUS 178 or above musical fields upon the consent of the instructor. IAI Code: consent of instructor MUS 909 Continuation of Theory I with emphasis on concepts of harmonic progression and voice leading in four-part writing of the Baroque and Classical periods. Covers harmonic concepts up to and including diatonic common chord modulation and the use of secondary dominants. IAI Code: MUS 902
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MUS 172 T MUS 178 T Applied Music I, II, III, IV (Minor) Class Piano II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MUS 177 or consent of instructor Provides a two-year sequence of individual study in a minor performance area. Required courses for all music majors in the Continues the ideas of Music 177. The repertoire will be more difficult following areas: voice, piano, organ, strings, and all band instruments. and more emphasis will be placed on the practical use of the piano for (Class Piano may be taken as the Applied Music Minor.) The course is the future teacher/performer. Duets, trios and small group playing will open to all students wishing to continue the study of the above musical augment the solo literature. IAI Code: MUS 902 fields upon the consent of the instructor. MUS 179 T MUS 173 T Concert Band Instrumental Music – Brass Ensemble *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: Previous experience or director’s approval *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: 2 years formal music training This course is open to all college students who wish to participate. This Performs a wide variety of instrumental music. Open to all students group will perform music literature that appropriately fits the group. with a proficiency and interest in instrumental music. The course is required of all instrumental music majors. Students are required to take MUS 180 T part in all public performances by the organization. Pep Band *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 MUS 174 T PREREQUISITE: Past instrumental experience and director’s approval Chamber Jazz Ensemble Includes preparation and performance of a variety of music designed *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 for creative excitement at basketball games. PREREQUISITE: Audition or consent of instructor Fosters the development of improvisational skills in a combo setting. MUS 181 T Special attention will be given to listening skills necessary for small- Orchestra group interaction. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: Previous experience or consent of instructor MUS 175 T This course is open to all students wishing to develop skills in an Concert Choir orchestra form. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 PREREQUISITE: Consent of the instructor. MUS 182 T The Collegiate Choir is open to all students who have a proficiency and Large Jazz Ensemble interest in choral music; the chorus considers a full range of vocal *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 literature. Students are required to take part in public performances. PREREQUISITE: Audition or consent of instructor This course satisfies the organizational participation required of all A class devoted to the performance of a variety of jazz and related music majors. IAI Code: MUS 908 literature from the 20th century comprised or arranged for big-band type instrumentation. Enrollment may be limited by instrumental MUS 177 T requirements. IAI Code: MUS 908 Class Piano I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 MUS 185 T This is an introductory course in learning to play the piano for students Jazz Improvisation I with little or no background in music or the piano. Emphasis is placed *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 on chord progressions, reading chord symbols, basic left hand patterns, PREREQUISITE: Three years prior musical experience or instructor approval. sight reading, keyboard theory and traditional repertoire. IAI Code: An introduction to the skill of improvising in a musical setting. MUS 901 Emphasis on creativity with melodic and rhythmic material. Introduction to the language and nomenclature of jazz. Open to all wind, percussion, string, and vocal performers.
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MUS 261 T MUS 270 T Theory III Conducting *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MUS 161, 162 PREREQUISITE: MUS 161 or consent of instructor This course is a continuation of materials learned in Music Theory I and This is a course in the fundamentals of conducting. Areas to be II. Subject areas include compositional techniques of the 17th, 18th covered will include baton technique, rehearsal technique, score and 19th centuries, chromatic resources and elements of form and reading and performance practices. analysis. IAI Code: MUS 903 MUS 271 T MUS 262 T Music Theatre Workshop Theory IV *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MUS 161, 162, 261 The development of performance techniques for the singer-actor as applied to musicals, and opera/operetta. The technique develops skills This course is a continuation of materials learned in Music Theory I, II in facial expression, and body-language control. and III. Subject areas include compositional techniques of the 19th and 20th centuries, extended chromatic resources and form and analysis. IAI Code: MUS 904 MUS 285 T Jazz Improvisation II MUS 267 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: MUS 185 or consent of instructor Introduction to Music *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Continuation of MUS 185, with more emphasis on improvising in a jazz-combo setting. In-depth study of jazz theory and nomenclature. Introduces elements of music, after which the chronological Guided listening and transcription projects designed to familiarize the development of musical forms and genres are traced through guided student with various improvisatory techniques. listening and study of representative compositions. An understanding of the changing forms and the makeup of music is acquired. Additional emphasis is placed on the influence of society and other arts on musical trends. This course may be used to meet the general educational Humanities requirement; no credit is given to music majors. IAI Code: F1 900
MUS 268 T Introduction to Music of the U.S.A. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 This course is designed to give the student knowledge of music in America-jazz, classical, folk, religious, rock and electronic. The student will also study the evolution of music from early American hymns to music of our day. IAI Code: F1 904
MUS 269 T Modern American Music/A Study of Rock and Roll *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 This course explores twentieth century American music and focuses on the rock and roll style from a historical perspective and influences of social conditions with which it is associated.
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Natural Sciences (NSCI) NSCI 136 T Agricultural Chemistry NSCI 131 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Physical Science Studies the fundamental principles and concepts in chemistry. Designed *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 to provide an understanding needed by technicians in agricultural Surveys major topics in physics, chemistry, geology, and meteorology. chemicals, fertilizer, soil, and nutrition. Applications to the specialized Selected topics in astronomy are used as examples. This general areas of agricultural technology are stressed. This course is open only to education course is intended for non-science majors and uses a students majoring in agriculture. minimum of basic mathematics and elementary algebra. Can be taken for 3 credits as a lecture course or 4 credits with a lab. NSCI 232 T IAI Codes: P9 900 (3 hours); P9 900L (4 hours) Fundamentals of Meteorology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 NSCI 132 T PREREQUISITE: MATH 065 Physical Geography Considers atmospheric energy budget, stability, temperature *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 distribution, pressure fields, winds, moisture, clouds and precipitation, weather disturbance, and change. Course may be taken for three (3) Studies elements and controls of weather, climate, vegetation, and hours of lecture; two (2) extra hours of the lab will be added for the soils. Evolution of landforms and basic principles of geology are also maximum four (4) hours of credit. This course is also offered in an covered. IAI Code: P1 909L online format. See the current class schedule. IAI Codes: P1 905 (3 hours) or P1 905L (4 hours) NSCI 133 T Introduction to Astronomy with Lab *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: MATH 162 Introductory study of topics in the field of astronomy. Examines Nursing (NURS) astronomical phenomena and concepts, including the solar system, planetary motions, atoms and radiation, stars and galaxies, and the NURS 091 O evolution of the universe. Course includes a required lab. Nurse Assistant IAI Code: P1 906L *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 8 • LECTURE: 6 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 Prepares the student for bedside care of noncritical patients under the NSCI 134 T supervision of an R.N. or L.P.N. Clinical experience in a nursing home Introduction to Astronomy includes physical and social rehabilitation of the aged. Emphasis is *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 placed on the how and why of basic procedures relative to patient care. PREREQUISITE: MATH 162 Communication skills and the understanding of the individual patient Applies the methods of scientific inquiry to the field of astronomy. are stressed. Disease conditions most frequently encountered in Examines astronomical phenomena and concepts, including the solar hospitals and nursing homes with related nursing care are included. system, planetary motions, atoms and radiation, stars and galaxies, and Delivery of course content is through 80 clock hours of lecture and 40 the evolution of the universe. IAI Code: P1 906 hours of clinical experience.
NSCI 135 T NURS 099 O Agricultural Botany Practical Nursing and the Family *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 6 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 Provides students with a working knowledge of the fundamental Focuses on the family unit with an emphasis on human reproduction, structures and processes of plants. Topics include: plant anatomy, normal growth and development, and common illnesses of children. physiology, morphology, reproduction, and genetics as related to crop Supervised clinical experience in pediatric and obstetrical areas of the production. This course is open only to students majoring in hospital and other selected community settings are utilized. Delivery of agriculture. course content is through 36 clock hours of lecture and 72 hours of clinical experience.
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NURS 100 O NURS 193 O Medical Terminology I Nursing Perspectives *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Students will build on the fundamentals of Medical Terminology I. The Reviews the history and roles of the licensed practical nurse, legal and course is designed for application of medical terminology in a variety of ethical responsibilities, health-team relationships, continuing education health fields. programs, and international aspects of nursing. Delivery of course content is through 16 clock hours of lecture. NURS 101 V Medical Terminology II NURS 194 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Gerontology for Nurses PREREQUISITE: NURS 100 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Enrollment in or graduation from a nursing program Students will build on the fundamentals of Medical Terminology I. The course is designed for application of medical terminology in a variety of Describes the concepts of physiological, psychosocial, and societal health fields. needs of the elderly person and nursing’s responsibilities to the older population. Delivery of course content is through 48 clock hours of lecture. NURS 102 V Medical Terminology III NURS 196 V *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: NURS 100 Emergency Medical Training *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 6 • LECTURE: 4.5 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 0 Students will build on the fundamentals of Medical Terminology I & II. The course is designed for application of medical terminology in a Trains operators of emergency vehicles (ambulances). Upon successful variety of health fields. completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate from the Department of Public Health and will be qualified to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician examination. Delivery of NURS 191 O course content is though 71 clock hours of lecture and a minimum of Clinical Development I ten hours in clinical observation and training. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 10 • LECTURE: 5 • LAB:10 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Nursing Program NURS 197 V Fundamentals of nursing is the study of basic concepts, principles, and EMT-Basic Transition Course skills which are fundamental to the practice of nursing. The student will *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 3 develop basic skills in utilizing the nursing process. Communication is PREREQUISITE: NURS 196 and current EMT-B Certification identified as a necessary element in the identification of common needs Provides transitional material needed for the EMT to gain functional of selected medical surgical adults. Delivery of course content is understanding of an assessment-based approach to patient care, as well through 80 hours of lecture, 48 laboratory hours, and 112 hours of as the interventions added to EMTs basic scope of practice. The course clinical experience. Delivery of course content is through 80 hours of follows the Department of Transportation curriculum and meets the lecture, 48 laboratory hours, and 112 hours of clinical experience. recertification requirements for EMT-Bs. Delivery of the course is through 25 clock hours of instruction. A maximum of eight (8) credit NURS 192 O hours may be earned in this course. Clinical Development II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 12 • LECTURE: 6 • LAB: 12 • REPEAT: 0 NURS 198 O PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in NURS 191 and BIOL 117 First Responder Medical-Surgical Nursing is a framework for studying adults with *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1.5 • LAB: 1 • REPEAT: 0 medical and surgical problems. The concurrent clinical practice Provides instruction designed for police and fire personnel, business provides opportunity for students to apply classroom learning to the and industry employees, or anyone desiring training in the initial care of community setting. Delivery of course content is through 96 hours of accident victims. The overall objective of the course is to improve the lecture, 12 hours of lab, and 180 hours of clinical experience. quality of emergency medical care, to provide basic life support, and to take any other actions necessary to minimize the patient’s discomfort and prevent further complications. State Department of Transportation certification is granted to successful completers. Delivery of course content is through 24 clock hours of lecture and 16 hours of clinical experience. 165 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
NURS 207 V NURS 294 O New Horizons in Rehabilitation Nursing Clinical Development IIIB *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 7 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Must be an R.N. or L.P.N. PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in BIOL 104, NURS 192 and PSY 262 Discusses new trends in rehabilitation practice including psychosocial Advanced Concepts of Nursing is a comprehensive course developing a reactions to long-term disease or disability, activities of daily living, and progressive understanding of care and maintenance of patients in crisis. selected conditions of orthopedic and progressive neuromuscular Delivery of course content is through 64 hours of lecture, 12 disabilities. Practical skills such as transfer techniques, range of motion, laboratory hours, and 84 hours of clinical experience. bed and chair positioning, body mechanics, and mobility devices will be demonstrated. Delivery of course content is through 64 clock hours of NURS 296 V lecture. Physical Assessment for Nurses *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 NURS 291 O PREREQUISITE: Graduate R.N. Family Nursing Develops initial skills in physical assessment; to relate fundamental *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 6 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 elements of anatomy and physiology necessary for physical assessment; PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in NURS 192 and 292, and concurrent enrollment in to develop basic skills of inspection, palpation, auscultation, and 294, and BIOL104 and 211, and PSY 262 percussion; and to coordinate the above skills into the clinical Studies the health of beginning and growing families, including family techniques of physical assessment consistent with the expanded role of planning, the prenatal period, the birth of the baby, and care of the the professional nurse. Delivery of course content is through 32 clock child through adolescence. The family’s ability to function as a self-care hours of lecture and 32 hours of clinical experience. A maximum of six and a dependent-care agency is the framework of the course content (6) credit hours may be earned in this course. and clinical experience. Delivery of course content is through 48 clock hours of lecture and 96 hours of clinical experience. NURS 298 V Perspectives and Leadership in Nursing NURS 292 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Clinical Development IIIA PREREQUISITE: Second year ADN student *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 6 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 0 This course introduces the student nurse to the principles of leadership PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in NURS 192, BIOL 104, and PSY 161 and professionalism as they pertain to nursing. Delivery of course A comprehensive course developing a progressive understanding of content is through 16 hours of lecture. Develops nursing leadership care and maintenance of patients in acute illness. The course has 48 skills and provides a perspective of the nursing profession. A discussion lecture hours, 6 hours of lab, and 90 hours of clinical. format is used to incorporate current events, and leadership skills into the student’s nursing practice. Discussion of current events as they NURS 293 O pertain to the nursing profession is encouraged. Delivery of course content is through 16 clock hours of lecture. Psychiatric Nursing *COURSE DATA: CREDIT: 5 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in BIOL 104, NURS 192 and PSY 161 NURS 299 V Psychiatric nursing is the study of mental health, both normal and Legal Aspects of Nursing abnormal. The concurrent clinical practice takes place in acute and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 chronic care facilities. The focus is on holistic nursing, and because Designed to explore the ethical and legal aspects of professional psychiatric mental health nursing is applicable to every nurse’s nursing practice and the relationship between ethics and the law. Legal individual practice, the concepts taught may be utilized in all clinical guidelines for nursing practice as well as a framework for resolving nursing. Delivery of course content is through 48 hours of lecture and ethical dilemmas will be reviewed. Delivery of course content is 64 hours of clinical experience. through 48 hours of lecture.
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Occupational Education (OCED) Office Technology (OFFT) OCED 101 V **Courses marked with a double asterisk are delivered in Highland’s Upgrading Vocational Skills individualized Office Technology Lab. This lab is staffed at all times with *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 an instructor to assist students with course work. Students are able to proceed through many courses at their own rate and at times that are Provides review and renewal of vocational skills needed to perform convenient to both the traditional student and to the person wishing to adequately in a career. train for a new field or to upgrade his/her skills. OCED 117 O **OFFT 151 O Occupational Safety *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Keyboarding/Formatting I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Provides general instruction in safety education. The student will Develops techniques and proficiency in keyboarding. This course is for become familiar with the vocabulary and materials that are essential for students with little or no previous keyboarding training. Course an effective safety program. production work emphasizes various keyboarding projects, including reports, business letters, and tables. The course is designed for both OCED 250 V beginning Office Technology students and other students interested in Career Seminar obtaining keyboarding ability to help them in their schoolwork and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 2 future professions. A maximum of eight (8) credit hours may be earned Introduces topics important to a successful career. Topics may include in this course. work attitudes, team building, supervision, ethics, and professionalism. A maximum of three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. **OFFT 152 O Keyboarding/Formatting II OCED 290 V *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Workplace Experience PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” in OFFT 151 or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4V • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 2 Provides advanced drill work to develop speed and accuracy. This PREREQUISITE: Consent of program faculty, completion of 21 credit hours of technical coursework and consent of program faculty course includes business letters, tables, correspondence, reports, business forms, and punctuation. The internship will provide students with practical experience in area institutions, businesses, or manufacturing environments. Students working with one or more intern sponsors will learn entry-level skills OFFT 154 O and career requirements, workplace expectations, business operations, Office Professionalism Seminar and industrial or professional applications. Students are required to *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 attend orientation and summary meetings, satisfactorily complete Introduces topics that are important to a successful office career. This planning and reporting requirements, and working specific hours at the seminar will meet for five sessions and each session will cover a work site under the direction of the sponsor. Internships are available in different topic. Topics may include attitude, team building, supervisory the following areas: Agriculture, Automotive, Business & Accounting, skills, ethics, business professionalism, and etiquette. A maximum of Cosmetology, Early Childhood Education, Information Systems, two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. Information Technology Healtchcare, Manufacturing, and Office Technology. A maximum of twelve (12) credit hours may be earned in **OFFT 156 O this course. Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy Development *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 PREREQUISITE: An HCC keyboarding course or keyboarding experience or consent of instructor Improves keyboarding speed and accuracy. Students will complete a series of computerized timed writings for both speed and accuracy. A variety of drills will be available to students. A maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course.
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College Success Skills (LIBS) **OFFT 158 O Legal Transcription LIBS 199 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: OFFT 163 or consent of instructor College Success Skills *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the student to legal transcription with an emphasis on legal Helps students develop the academic and personal strengths necessary terminology and procedures by keying various legal forms and reports for success in college. Study skills, critical thinking, and information from sound files. about resources are presented in a context which addresses the diversity of the student population on college campuses today. **OFFT 161 O Proofreading LIBS 299 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: INFT 131 or concurrent enrollment, or consent of instructor Capstone Course *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Develops the student’s ability to locate errors commonly made in the areas of spelling, word division, capitalization, number usage, word Provides students with the opportunity to integrate and apply usage, grammar, and punctuation. This is a valuable course for anyone knowledge and skills from their general education curriculum. Students involved in written communication. will design and evaluate projects which demonstrate critical thinking and which focus on the knowledge and values leading to personal and professional success. The course will provide students with an **OFFT 162 O opportunity to explore the personal, social, and practical issues of Pre-Transcription Skills transition to a senior institution or work environment. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: COMM 090 or placement into ENGL 121 Presents a review of punctuation, spelling, capitalization, number usage, and abbreviation style in a context that requires application for the purpose of proofreading and editing. Students must demonstrate a Philosophy (PHIL) knowledge of syntax and sentence correctness necessary for the application of pre-transcription skills which meet business and industry standards. PHIL 180 T Survey of World Religions **OFFT 163 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Machine Transcription This course introduces major world religions such as Hinduism, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Buddhism, Islam and other tangent faiths. It is intended to expand the PREREQUISITE: OFFT 151 and OFFT 162 or concurrent enrollment, or consent of student’s awareness and appreciation of the major faiths practiced by instructor the people of our world. IAI Code: H5 904N Develops transcription speed by keying prepared, dictated material from sound files. This course emphasizes a high degree of skill and speed in transcribing business documents. PHIL 185 T Introduction to Religion OFFT 255 O *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • LECTURE: 0 Office Procedures An introduction to the experience of religion in human life. The *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 4 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 student will explore some of the primary forms of religious expression. PREREQUISITE: Credit or concurrent enrollment in OFFT 151 or consent of instructor PHIL 281 T Gives students an understanding of business from the standpoint of the Introduction to Philosophy secretary. Studies office procedures connected with correspondence, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 the telephone, filing principles, office systems, mail, reference books, Internet, and office relationships, including the secretary’s role in Introduces persistent philosophic concerns such as varieties of truth, management. existence of God, and the nature of faith, personal identity, freedom, ethics, and justice through discussion of traditional and contemporary readings. Students will develop the skills necessary to evaluate these concerns and to develop, clarify, and express their own philosophical viewpoints. IAI Code: H4 900 168 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
PHIL 282 T PHYD 115 T Ethics Introduction to Recreation *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Encourages the development of moral self-awareness and self- Offers an opportunity for the student to develop concepts about evaluation and identifies the value of personal and social moral recreation, the meaning of leisure and recreation, the economic responsibility. To this end, students study essays dealing with selected importance of recreation, the social institutions providing recreation ethical theories, the nature of particular virtues, and vices and the services, and the types of areas and facilities used in recreation. desirability of personal ethics. IAI Code: H4 904 PHYD 116 T PHIL 283 T Tae-Kwon-Do Introduction to Logic *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the student to the fundamentals of Tae-Kwon-Do with an Considers the nature and structure of argument, role of language in emphasis on physical conditioning and self-defense. A maximum of argumentative speaking and writing, and fallacies and pitfalls in three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. reasoning. Examples of written discourse, especially selections involving ethical reasoning, are analyzed and evaluated. PHYD 117 T Beginning Swimming *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Leads the student through the logical progression of the fundamentals Physical Education (PHYD) necessary to develop swimming skills as follows: getting used to water, floating, stroking, and breathing.
PHYD 111 T PHYD 118 T Introduction to Physical Education Tennis *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Covers the philosophy, aims, objectives, and principles of physical Develops the skills and fundamentals of tennis techniques and provides education with an emphasis on the development of basic practice and playing experiences on tennis courts. understanding of the function of physical education in public schools and the elements involved in the professional preparation of teachers. PHYD 119 T PHYD 112 T Beginning Skiing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Health *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Teaches fundamentals and the development of skills in downhill skiing. Covers the principles of hygiene and community health with an emphasis on basic biological, sociological and psychological facts, and PHYD 120 T principles underlying health education and physical education. General Conditioning *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 PHYD 113 T Provides participation in a wide variety of fundamental physical Golf education skills. Stresses the development of strength and endurance *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 and participation in recreational activities. A maximum of three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. Develops the skills and fundamentals of golf techniques and provides practice and playing experience on the golf course. This course is for beginning or experienced students. PHYD 121 T Physical Fitness I PHYD 114 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 1 Outdoor-Indoor Activities Provides fitness through exercise. Individual participation and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 instruction in physical activities, weight training, calisthenics, and Introduces the student to a variety of recreational activities selected on aerobics. A maximum of four (4) credit hours may be earned in this the basis of facility availability and student interest. A maximum of four course. (4) credit hours may be earned in this course. 169 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
PHYD 122 T PHYD 141 T Football and Basketball Cross-Country Skiing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 Stresses the execution of the fundamentals and techniques of these Introduces the student to the fundamental skills of cross-country skiing, coeducational team sports. The football phase is of the “touch” or proper care of equipment, and physical conditioning. When weather “flag” variety. does not permit skiing, winter hiking will be substituted as an activity. A maximum of three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. PHYD 124 T Theory of Football Coaching PHYD 142 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Intermediate Swimming Includes study of the fundamentals and techniques, rules, and strategies *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: PHYD 117 or consent of instructor of football. Increases the ability of the beginning swimmer. Work on endurance PHYD 125 T and addition of new skills is included. Fitness/Jogging *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 PHYD 143 T Demonstrates and instructs jogging techniques that are designed to Advanced Swimming *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 assist the student in developing a regular jogging routine. A maximum PREREQUISITE: PHYD 142 or consent of instructor of three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. Concentrates on endurance, distance swimming, and survival skills. PHYD 130 T PHYD 146 T Body Conditioning/Running *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 Intermediate Tae-Kwon-Do *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 Includes study of the fundamentals of body mechanics, principles of PREREQUISITE: PHYD 116 or equivalent running, appropriate stretching fundamentals, and a running program Provides instruction for students who desire to increase their skills in designed to promote improved cardiovascular fitness for the student. A Tae-Kwon-Do. A maximum of three (3) credit hours may be earned in maximum of three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. this course.
PHYD 135 T PHYD 149 T Games in Elementary Physical Education Intermediate Skiing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Emphasizes the factors essential to program planning in physical PREREQUISITE: PHYD 119 or consent of instructor education on the elementary school level including techniques of Provides instruction for the student who has mastered beginning skills. organization, activities planning, observations of children, and methods Emphasis will be placed on advanced maneuvers. of teaching. PHYD 150 T PHYD 136 T Backpacking Folk Dance *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 1 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 1 Introduces the student to backpacking and wilderness hiking. This Covers folk dances of many countries that are applicable to use in course will cover equipment, outfitting, food and nutrition essentials, schools and recreational programs. A maximum of two (2) credit hours safety, and map reading. Several weekend field trip experiences will be may be earned in this course. included. A maximum of four (4) credit hours may be earned in this course.
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PHYD 210 T PHYD 219 T Sport Appreciation Drugs and Society *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Discusses and demonstrates various sports, activities, and hobbies. Provides students with information that will make it possible for them Students will not be required to dress in activity clothing and to evaluate the effects of drug use on the human body and ultimately participate. The emphasis will be upon less common sports and upon society. activities. Examples may include: cycling, fencing, climbing, repelling, and scuba diving. PHYD 220 T Team Sports PHYD 211 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 6 • REPEAT: 1 Recreational Leadership PREREQUISITE: Athletic eligibility or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Instructs students in the skills, techniques, and rules of team sports. Studies leadership as related to recreational activities in the schools, Emphasis is on experience playing the sport. Team sports will include: YMCA, YWCA, and camping. This includes history, supervision, and basketball, volleyball, baseball, golf, and softball. A maximum of six (6) program content. credit hours may be earned in this course.
PHYD 212 T PHYD 221 T First Aid Physical Fitness II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 1 Studies CPR, accident prevention, and the actions to be taken in cases Teaches fitness through exercise. Individual participation and of accidents and sudden illness in the home, school, and community. instruction in physical activities will include jogging, calisthenics, weight CPR certification is included. training, and aerobics. Develops cardiovascular fitness, aids in muscular strength, muscle rehabilitation, and physical flexibility. A maximum of PHYD 213 T four (4) credit hours may be earned in this course. Bowling *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PHYD 222 T Develops skills in a sport that can be enjoyed throughout the student’s Weight Training lifetime. An extra fee will be charged. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 Introduces the student to the fundamentals of lifting as a body PHYD 215 T conditioning experience. Training on free weights, nautilus, and weight Social Dancing machines will be included. A maximum of four (4) credit hours may be *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 earned in this course. Emphasizes knowledge and the development of skills in various social dances. A max of three (3) credit hours may be earned in this course. PHYD 225 T Theory of Baseball/Softball Coaching PHYD 216 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Recreational Sports Includes the study of the fundamentals and techniques, rules, and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 strategies of baseball. Provides active coeducational instruction in sports of recreational nature. Attention will be given to low-organized, non-vigorous games. PHYD 226 T Theory of Basketball Coaching PHYD 218 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Human Sexuality Includes the study of the fundamentals and techniques, rules, and *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 strategies of basketball. Improves the student’s knowledge of human sexuality. Presents such aspects of human sexuality as the male reproductive system, the female reproductive system, human sexual response, pregnancy, contraception, and venereal diseases. The course will also be concerned with the philosophical, psychological, and social aspect of human sexuality. 171 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
PHYD 240 T PHYD 227 T Camp Counseling Sports Officiating *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Includes the goals and objectives of camping experience, characteristics Provides coeducational instruction covering football, volleyball, of the modern day camper, and personal qualities of the camp basketball, baseball, softball, and track and field instruction and practice counselor in relation to outdoor camping and living skills. for men and women. Stresses the technique of officiating, study of rules, and will cover Illinois High School Association sports officiating PHYD 242 T principles. Program Planning and Organization *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PHYD 228 T Provides the student with methods and procedures for the Theory of Track and Field Coaching administration of facilities and personnel in the actual setting of a *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 recreation agency. Includes the study of the fundamentals and techniques, rules, and strategies of track and field. PHYD 243 T Basic Rescue and Water Safety PHYD 232 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Tennis and Badminton PREREQUISITE: PHYD 117 or consent of instructor *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Introduces the students to information and skills that will help them Emphasizes the development of the basic skills needed to play these recognize hazardous conditions and practices, techniques to get out of sports. dangerous situations, and ways to safely aid drowning persons without direct contact. PHYD 233 T Softball and Volleyball PHYD 244 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Lifeguard Training *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Emphasizes the development of the basic skills needed to play these PREREQUISITE: Must be 16 years of age with good swimming skills sports. Fundamentals of individual and team play will be stressed. Prepares individuals to assume more effectively the duties and responsibilities of lifeguarding. PHYD 234 T Handball and Racquetball PHYD 245 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Water Safety Instructor Introduces the student to the fundamental rules and strategies of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 handball and racquetball. PREREQUISITE: PHYD 244 or equivalent certification Trains water safety instructors to a high level of proficiency in life- PHYD 236 T saving and swimming skills. The course concentrates on the Modern Dance performance and teaching of aquatic skills and will also include training *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 2 in multimedia first aid, CPR, and obstructed airway procedures. Emphasizes the development of skills in basic vocabulary and movement sequence. A maximum of three (3) credit hours may be PHYD 249 T earned in this course. Advanced Skiing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PHYD 239 T PREREQUISITE: PHYD 149 or consent of instructor Body Mechanics Provides instruction for the student who has mastered intermediate *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: .5 • LAB: 1 • REPEAT: 3 skills. Emphasis will be placed on reinforcement of skiing skills as well as Considers figure and posture improvement, conditioning, and advanced maneuvers. development exercises. Application of material learned for use in teaching will be stressed. A maximum of four (4) credit hours may be earned in this class.
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Political Science (POL) POL 255 T American Parties and Pressure Groups POL 151 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Political Science Analyzes the role of political parties and their relationships to each *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 other, to pressure groups, and to the public interest. The organization, Introduces the student to each of the major areas of political science: functions, and goals of the two major parties and of major pressure political philosophy, comparative government, political dynamics, and groups in our political system are studied. Historical trends will be international relations. IAI Code: S5 903 presented, but present-day policies will be emphasized.
POL 152 T POL 256 T American Government and Politics American Foreign Policy *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Surveys the basic structure and function of American Government, Examines the history, process, and current problems of American including Constitutional origins, federalism, civil liberties, civil rights, foreign policy. Congress, political parties, the Presidency, federal courts, and foreign policy. Focuses on the increasing role of the government in all areas of American life as well as the conflicts of opinion surrounding government policy. IAI Codes: S5 900 and PLS 911 Psychology (PSY) POL 153 T State and Local Government PSY 160 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Psychology of Human Relations *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Covers the structure and function of state and local governments in the United States with emphasis on Illinois. Topics to be covered include Provides students with an opportunity to discover and study the states, counties, townships, special districts, and state-federal importance of self-love, self-respect, and self-confidence. A seminar governmental relationships. IAI Codes: S5 902 and PLS 915 approach is used to encourage maximum participation by students and the instructor. POL 253 T International Relations PSY 161 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Psychology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Directs the attention of the student to the formulation and execution of foreign policy by the members of the nation-state system, the Studies and scientifically interprets human behavior. Considers such possible power relationships in which these members can find topics as child growth and development, personality, emotions, themselves, the areas of contact they have with each other, and the learning, intelligence, and perception. IAI Codes: S6 900 and SPE 912 role of international organizations. Consideration is given to the recent diplomatic history of the major powers. IAI Codes: S4 904N and PLS PSY 162 T 912 Child Psychology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 POL 254 T PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor Introduction to Comparative Government A foundation course in the theory and principles of child development *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 which concentrates on the physical, emotional, social and Presents an overview of the achievements of other political units, with intellectual(cognitive)growth patterns from prenatal through early an analysis of the structure and functioning of the governments of childhood. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of these Great Britain, Germany, France, Russia, China, and other nations. developmental aspects. Theories studied will emphasize the IAI Code: S5 905 development of the child in the context of gender, family, culture and society and will include Skinner, Erikson, Piaget, Vygotsky and others. IAI Code: S6 903
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PSY 163 T PSY 264 T Practical Psychology Social Psychology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor Applies the psychological principles that lead to efficiency, motivation, communication, interpersonal skills, and attitudes in everyday life Emphasizes social interaction, social influence, and norms of behavior situations. with particular reference to the development of attitudes, motives, and motive patterns in groups. Relation of group structure and dynamics to role prescription and acceptance is also covered. IAI Code: S8 900 PSY 228 O Introduction to Counseling *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PSY 268 T PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor Introduction to Personality Introduces the theories and techniques of counseling in a school *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor setting. Various counseling topics, including career, group and individual counseling, and helping skills will be covered. Theories using Introduces the student to the dynamics involved in developing behavioral, affective, and cognitive approaches will be included. personality. Problems, concepts and formulations of personality will be presented. PSY 230 V Counseling/Interview Techniques *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor Real Estate (RELS) An introduction to counseling skills with emphasis on community resources and approach to assisting others in connecting with referral Preparation for the Real Estate Broker’s License. Note: After a services. Includes the interview dynamics, methods of establishing minimum of one year of practice as a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson rapport, and information-gathering techniques. Development of self- under the direct control of a Licensed Broker, a person may prepare to awareness, communication and listening skills. Specific expertise in become a broker. Sixty semester hours of classroom work in approved crisis intervention, recognition of stress and personality disorders. Real Estate or Real Estate- related courses are required before a student can qualify to sit for the Illinois Broker’s License exam. The PSY 261 T Highland courses RELS 266 (Real Estate Law) and RELS 267 (Advanced Real Estate Practices) satisfy these requirements. Educational Psychology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 and Sophomore standing RELS 165 O Deals with psychological principles as they apply to education, including Real Estate Principles and Practices the laws of learning and individual differences. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides a basic understanding of the economics of real property and PSY 262 T the techniques of handling real property transactions. This course is for Human Growth and Development the student of business administration, the practitioner seeking a greater knowledge of fundamentals, and consumers who desire to *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: PSY 161 or consent of instructor learn how to select, finance, and maintain property either for a home or for investment purposes. A comprehensive discussion of the Illinois Studies the psychological development of the individual. Topics to be Real Estate Salesperson examination will take place. A grade of “C” or studied include: principles of development, research methods, physical better in this course allows the student to take the Illinois Licensing growth, and emotional and social development. Students will be examination. Passage of the exam qualifies the student to become a responsible for classroom observation in local institutions. salesperson under direct control of a Licensed Broker. IAI Codes: S6 902, EED 903, SED 903, and SPE 913
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RELS 266 O SOCI 177 T Real Estate Law Introduction to Anthropology *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides a basic understanding of real estate contracts and conveyances This course is the study of humans in various habitats, past and present, along with the advanced real estate principles of listings, fiduciary with emphasis on socio-cultural aspects of human behavior. Included relationships, salesman/broker, and broker/broker relationships. will be the arts, religion, economics, politics, marriage, family, kinship, Included in this course are 15 hours of real estate appraisal, 15 hours of and the physical origins of man, race, language and archeology. We will contract and conveyancing, and 15 hours of sales and brokerage. also examine a study illustrating the fragility of culture and human social Offered in fall semesters only. bonds as well as an analysis of an unusual clash of cultures in the Midwest. IAI Code: S1 901N RELS 267 O Advanced Real Estate Practice SOCI 210 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Archaeology Provides an understanding of the business and management practices *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 necessary to organize and maintain a professional real estate brokerage Introduction to Archaeology surveys the development of prehistoric business. In addition, a study of the financing of real estate properties is societies in Africa, Europe, and Asia from the earliest known human included. The course will conclude with a comprehensive discussion of evidence to the emergence of written records. Includes an examination the Illinois Real Estate Brokers and Salesman License Act. Included in of the methodology and discoveries of modern archeological the course are 15 hours of advanced real estate practices, 15 hours of understanding and sensitivity to issues of race, gender, and ethnicity. IAI financing, and 15 hours of brokerage license review. Offered in spring Code: S1 903 semesters. SOCI 271 T Social Problems *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Sociology (SOCI) This course offers the student an opportunity to study and critically reflect upon the history of social problems. The investigation of social problems is a subfield of sociology that focuses upon the social SOCI 171 T historical context giving rise to the selection of certain ideas or Introduction to the Principles of Sociology behaviors thought to be harmful or detrimental. In the course of study *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 we will note the forces involved in the irruption and designation of social problems as well as societal responses. IAI Code: S7 901 The course is a general study of human social behavior with an emphasis upon sociological research, socialization and identity, social theories, the nature and meaning of culture, forms of power, and the SOCI 272 T basic conditions of modernization. The course also initiates a sociology Introduction to Social Welfare Content of American culture and society focusing upon modernization as *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 runaway technology. We begin to examine the psychological impact of PREREQUISITE: 3 hours of Sociology modernization on people. IAI Code: S7 900 This course is designed for those seeking to better understand the history and practice of social welfare. Lecture and course material SOCI 174 T places a major emphasis upon the history of American social welfare. Death and Dying The analysis seeks to explain current welfare services within the context *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 of the development of American culture, political and economic systems, bureaucracy, and the rise of the nation/state as an instrument Death and Dying is designed to enable the student to understand dying, of social organization. death and bereavement as a part of the life process. The content looks at a historical perspective of the lifespan to develop an understanding of the present attitudes and practices in today’s culture. Study of the bereavement process enhances an understanding of individual and societal development in dealing with the dying process.
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SOCI 273 T SOCI 279 T Social Service Field Experience Social Science Research Methods *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 10 • REPEAT: 1 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: 3 hours of Sociology and consent of instructor PREREQUISITE: SOCI 171 Provides for undergraduate practicum in social welfare with the student Emphasizes basic sociological research orientation toward the scientific working a minimum of 40 hours — less consultation hours — per method, various types of research methods and their advantages and semester in an assigned social agency. In consultation with the disadvantages. The survey, observation and interviewing, concepts and instructor the student will have a wide array of human and social theories, and some principles of research design and administration will services agencies from which to choose. This course offers the student be examined. the opportunity to combine reading and research with practical experience in a social service setting. The course examines the history, functioning, and skill requirements associated with the agency the student has selected in consultation with the instructor. The experience allows the student to better identify agency operations and Special Topics (SPTP) recognize career options and working conditions. SPTP 101 T SOCI 274 T Special Topics The Family *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides an opportunity for the student to complete a special project This course offers the student the opportunity to examine the family as or seminar class in an area of special interest (to which no separate a social institution within the perspective of sociology. The course of course number has been assigned) under the supervision and direction study looks at and investigates the family cross-culturally and of an instructor. The topic will be listed on the student’s permanent historically. We address the question of the nature of the family in academic record. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be earned in terms of its relationship to culture and other social institutions this course. (economy, religion, the state, technology, and social science itself). IAI Code: S7 902 SPTP 150 V Vocational Special Topics SOCI 275 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Criminology Provides an opportunity for the student to complete a vocationally *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 oriented project or seminar class in an area of special interest (to which This course offers the student an opportunity to study and examine no separate course number has been assigned) under the supervision criminology. Criminology is the subfield of sociology that focuses upon and direction of an instructor. The topic will be listed on the student’s crime, law, and social control within the context of social organization permanent academic record. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be and culture. While giving legal definitions of wrongful acts their due, earned in this course. the sociological analysis goes beyond this to the social context which gives rise to law. IAI Code: CRJ 912 SPTP 201 T Advanced Special Topics SOCI 276 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 Racism and Diversity in Contemporary Society Provides an opportunity for the student to complete an advanced *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 project or seminar class in an area of special interest (to which no PREREQUISITE: ENGL 121 or consent of instructor separate course number has been assigned) under the supervision and Basic concepts and theory of race relations. Survey of racism in basic direction of an instructor. The topic will be listed on the student’s institutions of American life including education, law enforcement, permanent academic record. A maximum of six (6) credit hours may be health services, government, industry and religion. Discussion of social earned in this course. interaction and global and national demographic trends and immigration policy.
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SPTP 250 V SPCH 193 T Advanced Vocational Special Topics Oral Interpretation *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 1 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Provides an opportunity for the student to complete a vocationally Helps students gain poise and control before a group of people, with oriented advanced project or seminar class in an area of special interest emphasis on improvement and individual work. IAI Codes: SPC 915 (to which no separate course number has been assigned) under the and TA 916 supervision and direction of an instructor. The topic will be listed on the student’s permanent academic record. A maximum of six (6) credit SPCH 194 T hours may be earned in this course. Introduction to Broadcasting *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Covers the basic technical backgrounds, history of, and rules and regulations covering broadcasting. Provides limited practice in writing Speech (SPCH) and performing material for broadcasting.
SPCH 190 V SPCH 195 T Effective Business Speaking Radio and Television Production *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 4 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: SPCH 194 or consent of instructor This course is designed to assist individuals in all aspects of business Introduces the student to the basic theories and procedures of writing, speaking. Participants will learn to organize and deliver effective producing, directing, and performing radio and television programs. persuasive and informative presentations, and will obtain confidence in The students will have the opportunity to work in the radio and speaking abilities. Topics include: developing and organizing message television studios as part of a production team in all aspects of content, beginning and ending presentations, using humor, dealing with programming. performance anxiety, maintaining audience attention, being persuasive, handling audience questions and using audio and visual aids. Participants will make several in-class presentations, assessing speaking SPCH 199 T strengths through participants, instructor, and self-evaluation. Speech Activities I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 3 SPCH 191 T Provides students the opportunity to earn credit in forensics competition. By enrolling in this class, the student accepts the below Fundamentals of Speech Communication criteria as a contract for grading. *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Emphasizes the practical application of oral communication theory to improve oral communication skills. This course is focused on (1) SPCH 285 T developing awareness of the communication process, (2) Radio Practicum understanding and using inventional, organizational and expressive *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 5 • REPEAT: 3 strategies, (3) promoting an understanding of a variety of Applies radio practices. The student participates in the operation of the communication concepts and how a communicator should adapt to college’s student radio station, WHCC, learning and applying skills in those situations, and (4) emphasizing critical skills in listening, thinking management, copy writing, programming, news reporting and writing, and speaking. Topics covered include public speaking, listening and announcing, engineering and sales. group communication. IAI Code: C2 900 SPCH 290 T SPCH 192 T Introduction to Film Introduction to Public Speaking *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Introduction to Film examines the craft and art of film to improve PREREQUISITE: SPCH 191 understanding and appreciation of the cinematic media. The course Introduces the student to the processes and variables of public consists of viewing and discussing representative films from various communication. Units include preparing and planning presentations, American film genres. IAI Code: F2 905 organizing speeches, using audio visual aids, delivery of speeches and handling questions from the audience. Emphasis is on the creation and delivery of several types of speeches throughout the course. IAI Code: SPC 911 177 * See page 123 for an explanation of course data information categories. H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
Theatre (THEA) SPCH 291 T Non-Verbal Communication THEA 180 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 Stagecraft I Provides an understanding and awareness of the different forms of *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 1 nonverbal communication. Units covered include environment and This course provides students with an introduction to the fundamental space, physical appearance and behavior, touch, facial expressions, eye tools, machinery, hardware, safety, and techniques of technical theatre. contact, and cross-cultural nonverbal communication. The students will learn to use tools and machinery in realizing scenery, and lighting for a theatrical production. A maximum of six (6) credit SPCH 292 T hours may be earned in this course. Contemporary Argumentation *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 THEA 181 T PREREQUISITE: SPCH 191 Stagecraft II Introduces the student to theories of argumentation with emphasis *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 3 • REPEAT: 1 placed on the nature of argument, proofs and evidence, constructing PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of THEA 180 arguments, attack and defense of arguments, fallacies of argument, and This course provides students with an introduction to the fundamentals the use of logical and persuasive reasoning. Students are expected to of scenery construction, techniques for scenery painting, and the basic design, defend, and attack argumentative messages. IAI Code: SPC 913 principles and techniques for lighting of a theatrical production.
SPCH 293 T THEA 183 T Small Group Communication Basic Acting *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: SPCH 191 or consent of instructor An investigation into the basic elements of acting or, characterization; Provides participants with the skills related to group leadership, small develop an understanding of voice, facial expressions, gestures, group problem solving, conflict resolution, and conducting meetings. movement, and focus techniques. Samples several styles of acting Emphasis is placed on skill development as participants apply theories through scene and monologue performances. of small group dynamics to actual group situations. This course is useful for students who wish to learn more about how groups function, as well as for persons who have a responsibility for group or team efforts. THEA 184 T IAI Code: SPC 920 Principles of Acting I *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor SPCH 294 T This course is designed for students who wish to make a serious Leadership Development commitment to the study of acting. Students will be enrolled in PHYD *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 239 BODY MECHANICS simultaneously with THEA 284/285, and will Prepares students to assume increasingly responsible leadership roles in be required to meet for training, instruction, or rehearsal four times their personal, professional, and academic lives. Students will study per week (MR, 13:30P.M.). Physical training is aimed at development of classic works of literature to understand theories and characteristics of strength and flexibility through kick-boxing, plyometrics, yoga, step effective leadership. The course includes substantial hands-on, aerobics, and various other methods. Acting techniques are developed experiential, learning opportunities to help students practice through a series of workshops covering a wide range of topics (i.e. leadership. sensitivity and trust, building character through movement, puppets and masks, stage combat, improvisation, and both scene work and fully realized performances). Participation in this course and the Principles of Acting II course constitutes membership in the Highland Community College Acting Company. Most members of the company will receive scholarship assistance. IAI Code: TA 914
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THEA 185 T THEA 189 T Principles of Acting II Introduction to Stage Costuming *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: THEA 183 and 184 Introduction to principles and techniques of planning and executing This course is designed for students who wish to make a serious costumes for theatrical production. Includes use of costume plots, commitment to the study of acting. Students will be enrolled in PHYD measurements for fitting, construction procedures, and research 239 BODY MECHANICS simultaneously with THEA 185/184, and will resources for historical period and folk costumes. IAI Code: TA 913 be required to meet for training, instruction, or rehearsal four times per week (M-R, 1-3:30P.M.). Physical training is aimed at development of strength and flexibility through Kick-boxing, plyometrics, yoga, step THEA 196 T aerobics, weight-training, and various other methods. Acting Introduction to Theatre techniques are developed through a series of workshops covering a *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 3 • LAB: 0 • REPEAT: 0 wide range of topics (i.e. sensitivity and trust, building character Begins with the exploration of the fine arts in general, then covers the through movement, puppets and masks, stage combat, improvisation, history of the western theatre, and the contributions of those working and both scene work and fully realized performances). Participation in in theatre and selected plays, with particular attention to modern this course constitutes membership in the Highland Community productions. IAI Codes: F1 907 and TA 917 College Acting Company. Most members of the company will receive scholarship assistance. IAI Code: TA 915 THEA 197 T Applied Theatre I THEA 186 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 1 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Stage Make-Up Provides the opportunity for students performing or working in college *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 plays, upon the recommendation of the instructor, to receive credit for Introduces the techniques and principles of makeup for the theatre. their participation. IAI Code: TA 918 Emphasis is on character makeup, principles of light, shade and color, laboratory experience in design, and realization of makeup plans in actual theatre productions. IAI Code: TA 912 THEA 198 T Applied Theatre II *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 0 THEA 187 T PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor Intro to Tech Theatre I Provides the opportunity for students performing or working in college *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 plays, upon the recommendation of the instructor, to receive credit for Teaches students the fundamentals of scenery construction and their participation. IAI Code: TA 918 scenery painting. Practical activities with current productions are encouraged. THEA 283 T Theatre Practicum THEA 188 T *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 5V • LECTURE: 0 • LAB: 25 • REPEAT: 3 Summer Theatre Workshop Provides practical experience in acting, costuming, stage management, *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 1 • LAB: 4 • REPEAT: 2 lighting, scene design, box office management, and scenery Studies stage movement, voice production, acting techniques, and construction. A maximum of twenty (20) hours may be earned in this technical theatre. This course is taught in conjunction with the course. IAI Code: TA 918 experience of Summerset Theatre, a summer stock company producing three full-scale productions. In addition to regular classes, all THEA 286 T participants will be involved in various aspects of the Summerset Theatre productions. A maximum of nine (9) credit hours may be Theatre Practice: Stage Lighting *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 earned in this course. Introduces students to theories, methodology skills, instruments and their use, control of light, and practical application with the current production.
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THEA 287 T Welding (WELD) Beginning Directing *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 WELD 130 O Presents the principles of staging and the use of the set stage in Introduction to Welding dramatic action. The geography of the stage and dramatic analysis used *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 through scene study and laboratory production of one-act plays are Develops the student’s ability to weld using various materials and included. positions. Includes safety, terminology, preparation, and operation of Shielded (SMAW) and GAS (GMAW) Metal Arc Welding Equipment. THEA 296 T Introduction to Technical Theatre II WELD 135 O COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 Shielded Arc and Oxyacetylene Welding Introduces the fundamentals of technical theatre in the areas of design *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 and construction for scenery, costumes, lighting, properties, and Develops the student’s skill in welding and cutting mild steel and cast makeup. Each student will declare an area of emphasis and contribute iron in various positions with oxyacetylene and AC/DC arc welding lab hours mainly in that area. IAI Code: TA 911 equipment. Develops the student’s knowledge of metals and their characteristics. This course also meets the needs of students enrolled in other technical programs.
WELD 232 O Intermediate Welding and Fabrication *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: WELD 130 or WELD 135 or consent of instructor Develops the skill of the welder in the use of tungsten inert gas (TIG). Welding of carbon steel, aluminum, and alloy steels will be practiced in all positions to meet commercial standards.
WELD 233 O Advanced Welding Processes *COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3V • LECTURE: 2 • LAB: 2 • REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: WELD 232 or consent of instructor Develops the knowledge and skill of the welder in the operation and use of the continuous metal wire arc welding process (MIG). Welding of structural steel and aluminum, arc cutting and surfacing will be practiced to meet commercial standards. All position welding will be included.
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Steve Kroeger, Chair 2005-2011 Scott Anderson Robert Urish, Vice Chair 2005-2011 Drafting/CAD Instructor Doug Block 2005-2011 B.S., Illinois State University Dennis Endress 2001-2007 M.S., Northern Illinois University Diane Gallagher 2001-2007 Maurita Scharman 2005-2011 Robert Apolloni David Shockey 2003-2009 Art Instructor Brenda Fox, Student Member B.F.A., Northern Illinois University M.F.A., Northern Illinois University Executive Administration Susan Atherton Dr. Joe M. Kanosky Exective Director of HCC Foundation Acting President Brad Banwarth Dr. Jeffrey Davidson Supervisor of Custodial Services Vice President of Academic and Student Services A.B.A., Highland Community College
Jill Janssen Nancy Barker Acting Vice President of Administrative Services Academic Computing Specialist A.S., Highland Community College Academic and Student Services B.A., Northern Illinois University Administration Thomas Bergstrom Dr. Michael Spangler Auto Body Instructor Dean of Business and Technology B.A., University of Illinois
Dr. Thompson Brandt Thompson Brandt Associate Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences Associate Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences B.M.E., Drake University Eric Welch M.S., University of Illinois Dean of Learning Resources M.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison Vicki Jensen Dean of Arts, Sciences and Learning Thomas Bruehler Supervisor of Maintenance Karl Richards Dean of Enrollment Services Beth Buckwalter Coordinator of Women's Athletics Marcia Wells B.A., Carthage College Director of Financial Aid Jeffrey Davidson Vice President of Academic and Student Services B.S., Indiana University M.S., University of Iowa Ph.D., University of Iowa
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Kathy Day Director, Title IB Program Tony Gastel A.A., Mount St. Clair College DBA/System Administrator B.A., University of Northern Iowa Steve Gellings Janet Deetz Electronics Instructor Tutor/Assessment Coordinator, Title IV Upward Bound A.A.S., Gateway Technical Institute B.S., Manchester College B.S., University of Wisconsin- Stout M.Ed., University of Wisconsin- La Crosse Jill DeGraw English Instructor Elizabeth Gerber B.A., Harding University Director of Community Relations and Special Services M.A., Northern Illinois University B.A., North Central College
Eric Dietmeier Paul Giaimo Mechanical Technology Instructor English Instructor A.S., Highland Community College B.A., College of the Holy Cross B.S., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee M.A., Clark University Ph.D., Bowling Green State University Heather Donaldson Academic Advisor Kim Goudreau A.A., Highland Community College Sociology Instructor B.A., Northern Illinois University B.S., Illinois State University M.A., University of Illinois at Chicago M.A., Southern Illinois University
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Dana Zimmerman Coordinator of Career Services A.S., Highland Community College B.A., Cedarville College M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University
Dawn Zuehlke Title IV Student Support Services B.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University M.S., Northern Illinois University
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Academic Advising ...... 14 Audit ...... 28 Academic Calendar ...... iv-vii Auto Body Repair ...... 55, 130-131 Academic Complaints ...... 23 Automotive Mechanics ...... 56, 131-132 Academic Honors ...... 28 Auxiliary Services ...... 15 Academic Information ...... 27-36 Awards ...... 19 Academic Integrity ...... 22 Basic Automotive Service ...... 57 Academic Misconduct ...... 22 Biology ...... 58, 133-134 Academic Placement Tests ...... 6 Biology Education ...... 59 Academic Probation ...... 29 Board of Trustees ...... 181 Academic Programs ...... 39-122 Bookstore...... 15 Academic Standing ...... 29 Bulletin Boards ...... 25 Academic Support Services ...... 13 Business Administration ...... 60-61, 134-136 Academic Suspension ...... 29 Business Institute ...... 6, 36 Accounts Clerk ...... 49 Business Machines ...... 136 Accounting ...... 47-48, 125-126 Cafeteria ...... 15 Accreditation ...... 1 Calendar ...... iv-vii Accuracy of Catalog Information...... iii Campus Hours ...... 25 Admissions Eligibility ...... 5 Career Program Credit ...... 32 Admissions Procedures ...... 6 Career Services Center ...... 14 Admissions, General ...... 5 Certificate Requirements ...... 46 Admissions, Home School ...... 5 Certificates...... 33 Admissions, Selective ...... 5 Chargeback Tuition ...... 9 Adult Basic Skills ...... 35 Chemistry ...... 62, 136-137 Adult Education ...... 35 Child Care ...... 15-16 Advanced Placement Credit ...... 30 Clarence Mitchell Library ...... 13 Agricultural Occupations ...... 126-128 Class Level Change ...... 8 Agricultural Production ...... 52 CLEP ...... 30 Agricultural ...... 126 Clerical Business ...... 63 Agricultural Management ...... 51 Clerk Typist ...... 64 Agriculture ...... 50 Clubs and Organizations ...... 19 Air Conditioning/Heating/Ventilation ...... 128 Code of Conduct ...... 20 Art ...... 53-54, 128-130 College Board Testing ...... 30 Articulation Agreements ...... 31 College Degree & Certificate Programs ...... 5 Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes ...... 24 College Success Skills ...... 168 Associate Degrees ...... 33, 39 Columbia College ...... 34 Associate of Applied Science Requirements ...... 46 Communications ...... 137-138 Associate of Arts Requirements ...... 40-41 Community Education ...... 35 Associate of Engineering Science Requirements ...... 44 Community Relations ...... 16 Associate of General Studies Requirements ...... 45 Comprehensive Agreement ...... 46 Associate of Science Requirements ...... 42-43 Computer Basics ...... 35 Attendance ...... 27 Computer Science ...... 65
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Computer Technician ...... 66 Geography ...... 148 Computer-Aided Design - Mechanical ...... 81 Geology ...... 75, 148 Computer-Based Technology Guidelines ...... 24-25 German...... 146-147 Cooperative Agreement Programs ...... 9 Grades...... 28 Cooperative Agreements ...... 9, 46 Grade Reports ...... 28 Core Values ...... 1 Grading System ...... 28 Cosmetology ...... 67, 138-140 Graduation ...... 33 Course Data...... 123 Graduation Ceremony ...... 33 Course Descriptions ...... 123-180 Graphic Design ...... 76-77 Course Numbers ...... 123 Guests ...... 25 Course Repeats...... 28 High School Student Early Admission ...... 5 Credit by Proficiency...... 31 Highland Community College Foundation ...... 2 Credit for Prior Learning ...... 30 Highland Traditions ...... 26 Degree Checks ...... 33 History of the College ...... 1 Desktop Publishing ...... 68 History ...... 78, 149-150 Discipline Code ...... 123 Home Economics...... 150 Distance Learning ...... 124 Honors ...... 33 Drafting/CAD ...... 140 Horticulture ...... 151 Dual Credit ...... 32 Housing ...... 16 Early Admission ...... 5 Human/Social Services ...... 79 Early Childhood Education ...... 69-72, 141-143 Humanities ...... 151 Eating Regulations ...... 25 Illinois Articulation Initiative ...... 37-38 Economics ...... 143 Incomplete Grades ...... 28 Education ...... 143 Independent Study ...... 151 Electronics Technology ...... 144 In-district Residency ...... 7 Emergency Services ...... 17 Industrial Electronics and Controls ...... 82 Engineering Technology ...... 74 Industrial Maintenance Technology ...... 84 Engineering ...... 73 Industrial Manufacturing Technology ...... 80-86 English ...... 144-146 Information Systems ...... 87-88 ESL ...... 35 Information Technology Healthcare ...... 89-92, 152-155 EvenStart Family Literacy ...... 35 Information/Word Processing...... 93 Fabrication ...... 85 Institutional Memberships...... 1 Faculty and Administration ...... 181 Instructional Materials Center ...... 13 Fees ...... 9 Intercollegiate Sports ...... 19 Financial Aid ...... 11 - 12 International Student Admission ...... 5, 7 Foreign Languages ...... 146-148 Intramural Sports ...... 19 Forensics ...... 19 Journalism ...... 156 French ...... 146 Lab ...... 123 Freshman Success ...... 13 Learning Assistance Center ...... 13 Full-time ...... 6 Lecture ...... 123 GED ...... 35
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Liberal Arts ...... 94 Pre-Pharmacy ...... 113 Library ...... 13 Pre-Veterinary Medicine ...... 114 Limited Enrollment Programs ...... 5 Prerequisites ...... 123 Lost and Found ...... 16 Professional Education ...... 115-116 Machine Processes ...... 83 Proficiency Examination Program ...... 30Project Succeed Mathematics ...... 95, 156-159 15 Mechanical Technology ...... 159-160 Psychology ...... 117, 173-174 Medical and Health Services ...... 16 Real Estate ...... 174-175 Medical Coding ...... 91 Registration Dates ...... 8 Medical Transcription...... 90 Registration ...... 8 Medical Transcriptionist ...... 92 Release of Student Information ...... 34 Military Experience ...... 31 Repeat ...... 123 Mission of the College ...... 1 Residency ...... 7 Music ...... 19, 96, 161-163 Retired Senior Volunteer Program ...... 36 Nail Technician ...... 97 Rock Valley College ...... 46 Natural Sciences ...... 164 Sanctions for Academic Misconduct ...... 23 Newspaper ...... 19 Sanctions for Behavioral Misconduct ...... 21 No Record/Drop Date ...... 8 Scholastic Load ...... 27 Non-Discrimination Statement ...... iii Security ...... 25 Notification and Due Process ...... 21 Semester Schedules...... 8 Nurse's Aide ...... 104 Senior Citizen Tuition ...... 9 Nursing Programs ...... 98-104, 164-166 Senior College ...... 35 Occupational Course Guarantees ...... 29 Sexual and Other Harassment Complaints ...... 23 Occupational Education...... 167 Short-Term Training ...... 35 Office Technology ...... 167-168 Smoking Regulations...... 25 On-line Courses ...... 124 Small Business Development Center ...... 36 Out-of-District Residency ...... 7 Sociology ...... 118, 175-176 Out-of-State Residency ...... 8 Spanish ...... 147-148 Paraprofessional Education ...... 105-106 Special Services ...... 15 Parking ...... 16, 25 Special Topics ...... 176 Part-time ...... 6 Speech ...... 119, 177-178 PEP ...... 30 Sports Center ...... 16 Phi Theta Kappa ...... 19 Standards of Progress for VA ...... 12 Philosophy ...... 168-169 Student Academic Complaints ...... 23 Physical Education ...... 107, 169-172 Student Activities ...... 19 Physics ...... 108 Student Body ...... 3 Political Science ...... 109, 173 Student Classifications ...... 27 Practical Nursing ...... 103 Student Government ...... 19 Pre-Dentistry ...... 110 Student Judicial Review Board ...... 22 Pre-Medical Technology ...... 111 Student Life ...... 19-26 Pre-Medicine ...... 112
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Student Preparedness ...... 3 Student Schedule Changes ...... 8 Student Support Services...... 13 - 14 Student's Responsibility ...... iii Students with Disabilities ...... 13 Suspension ...... 21 Tax Credits...... 9 Technology Fee ...... 9 Telecourses ...... 124 Temporary Suspension ...... 21 Theatre Activities ...... 19 Theatre ...... 120-121, 178-180 Traditions ...... 3 Traffic Regulations ...... 16, 25 Training, Short-term Transcripts ...... 34 Transfer Course Guarantees ...... 30 Transfer of Credit ...... 29, 34 Transfer Students ...... 6 Tuition and Fees ...... 9 Tuition Payment Options ...... 10 Tuition Refund Policy ...... 10 Types of Credit ...... 123 Upward Bound ...... 15 Veteran's Educational Benefits ...... 12 Veteran's Standards of Progress ...... 12 Vocational Support Services ...... 15 Waivers ...... 33 Web Design ...... 122 Welding ...... 85-86, 180 Withdrawals ...... 8, 9, 28
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F Ferguson Fine Arts Center Art Faculty Offices Art Studios Band Room Chorus Room Classrooms Fine Arts Theatre Music Director's Office Music Practice Rooms Theatre Director's Office H Student Conference Center First Floor Academic Advisors Bookstore Cafeteria Career Center HCC Foundation Student Activities Student Resources Student Senate
Second Floor Academic Advisors N Science Center R Community Services Center Admissions & Records Office Associate Dean of Natural Science and ABE/ASE/ESL Classrooms Business Office Health ABE/ASE Offices Conference Center Natural Science and Health Faculty Adult Education Financial Aid Office Offices GED Classrooms Human Resources Office Nursing Offices Mathematics Labs President's Office Classrooms Retired Senior Volunteer Program Purchasing Office Science Labs Stephenson County Coop. Ext. Service Vice President/Academic & Student Truck Driver Training Program Office Services MT Barn Vice President/Community & Director of Physical Plant SC Sports Center Institutional Development Mail Room HCC Athletic & P.E. Offices Vice President/Administrative Services Maintenance Shops Larry F. Kahl Gymnasium Development Shipping/Receiving Northwest Illinois Family YMCA Offices I Child Care/Training Center M Marvin-Burt Liberal Arts T Technology Center Center Automotive Labs Audio-Visual Department Dean of Business and Technology Community Relations Business/Technology Faculty Offices Dean of Arts, Sciences, and Learning Classrooms, Computer Labs Information Technology Services Cosmetology Center Highland Community College Learning Assistance Center Office Technology Lab 2998 West Pearl City Road Lecture Hall M-120 Freeport, Illinois 61032 Project Succeed Phone: 815.235.6121 Upward Bound Fax: 815.235.6130 www.highland.edu Second Floor Associate Dean of Humanities/Social Sciences Classrooms Humanities/Social Science Faculty Offices Clarence Mitchell Library 191 H I G H L A N D C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E